“Then you cannot help me.”

“I can if you will tell me a secret.”

“I prefer to keep my own secrets,” said Scott; “here is your money.”

“Then you will not let me help you?”

“Not at present.”

“Some day you will grind your teeth in rage because you did not accept what I offered.”

“Very well,” said Scott, as he arose to leave the room, “when I want help I will let you know.”

“Then I may be far away.”

Scott made no reply, but left the room, followed by Guy and June.

“I cannot see how she can tell,” said June.