"Yes," he said with a slight gasp.
Robert sprang up with a haste that overturned his coffee, and seizing his father's hand shook it with enthusiasm. Mr. Vyner somewhat affected, responded heartily.
"Anything possible for you, Bob," he said, fervently, "but this is impossible."
His son looked at him. "I have never known you to go back on your word," he said emphatically.
"I never have," said Mr. Vyner.
"Your word is your bond," said Robert smiling at him. "And now I want to tell you something."
"Well," said the other, regarding him with a little uneasiness.
"She is not married," said Robert, calmly.
Mr. Vyner started up and his cigar fell unheeded to the floor.
