Fletcher Denyer often talked about racing with Hector, who was quite willing to discuss the chances of horses with him.
"I am told on the best authority Bronze will win," said Fletcher. "What do you fancy, Rolfe?"
"I haven't thought much about it," replied Hector. "If Bronze is as good as they make out, he must have a chance."
"If you want to back him I can get your money on at a good price," said Fletcher.
"I'll think it over," said Hector.
Mrs. Elroy was also interested in the St. Leger. She knew the owner of Ripon, who told her he did not think his horse had anything to fear. This news was imparted to Hector.
"Are you going to Doncaster?" she asked.
He said he was, that he always liked to see the St. Leger run.
"I think I shall go," she said. "I have been asked to join a house party near Doncaster."
Hector wondered how it came about that a woman who had behaved so badly could be so soon forgiven, and her past forgotten.