"Last one, better have it while you can," said the man.
"Oh, well, I——"
"How much is this bookshelf?" said a voice.
Mrs. Gray's hand grasped it convulsively. "This is sold," she cried; "I've bought it."
"I beg pardon, ma'am, I didn't hear you say——"
"I spoke first," said the other lady, laying a hand on the bookshelf; "you've no right——"
"Excuse me——"
"It's no use talking, I——"
"But I was here first, before you ever——"
"Take the money, please, one and——"