about the little circle of officers who silently bowed their assent. "But, tell me, how does he sign himself, sir?"
Preston smiled.
"Oh, he merely says at the end—
"'Again many, many thanks, my dear young friend, for the repeated service you have been to me. As I have used this name with you for the past few weeks, let me still remain
"'Dunneston.'"
"Thank you, sir!" The captain turned to consult with the officers.
Young Preston drew the girl aside. She had arisen and faced him with steady eyes.
"What else does he say?" she asked haltingly.
"That which doesn't concern the captain or the others?"
"Yes."
"Oh, he says he is glad that his little game with us appears to have been of assistance in bringing about the—the happy result toward which, he says, he has really labored earnestly."
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