He was not quick enough, however, to avoid coming face to face with the daughter of his employer.
Their eyes met.
It was for an instant only, but in that instant the pale face of the girl blushed rosy red.
Love penetrates all disguises.
Frank saw instantly that his was no longer of avail so far as those loving eyes were concerned.
"Shall I assist you to the elevator, Miss Callister?" he asked, quietly, stepping to her side.
"If you please, sir."
And they stood together by the door of the elevator shaft, the car at that moment being seen descending from the story above.
Suddenly the girl, extending her dainty, gloved hand grasped that of the youth within her own.
"I still visit the old place," she whispered, hurriedly. "Oh, Frank, to know that you are alive and well lifts a great load from my heart. Never doubt that it still beats alone for you."