On the part of Ellison, on meeting Nick Carter, there was an unmistakable start and an expression of surprise on his face.
The young man regained possession of himself, however, instantly, and advancing with a pleasant manner to Nick, extended his hand, saying:
“The celebrated Mr. Carter, I presume.”
Nick bowed, making no reply.
“I was a little astonished at seeing you here, until I recollected that Mr. Sanborn told me that he had secured your services this morning.”
He laughed a little and went on:
“All these things seem to be necessary at modern weddings. Mrs. Ellison tells me that her father forgot all about making the provision until this morning.”
This was all so true that Nick laughed with the groom, and answered that Mr. Sanborn had even neglected to take the proper precautions until after he, Nick Carter, had warned him that an attempt would be made to steal the jewels, of which he, Nick Carter, had had intimation.
The groom looked keenly into the eyes of Carter as he said these things, but merely remarked:
“That is serious.”