I saw you with the Duke and the rest of them last night, and I recognized you just now.

And all I want is a bit of talk about Braden.

You knew him pretty well of late years ?" "Knew him for a good many years," replied Glassdale.

He looked narrowly at his visitor.

"I suppose you know his story--and mine ?" he asked.
"Bygone affairs, eh ?" "Yes, yes!" answered Bryce reassuringly.