You see, you have assumed a great deal of responsibility about this.

You have stated--and if we were called upon to testify, Miss Markham and I would have to acknowledge that you have so stated--that you claimed this treasure as your discovery, and that it all belonged to you.

So, you see, if we keep our consciences clear,--and no matter what happens, we are going to do that,--we might be obliged to testify every cent of it away from ourselves.

But if Edna were your wife, it would be all right." The captain stood silent for a few moments, his hands thrust into his pockets, and a queer smile on his face.

"Mrs.Cliff," said he, presently, "do you expect me to go to Miss Markham and gravely propose this scheme which you and that half--tamed African have concocted ?" "I think it would be better," said Mrs.Cliff, "if I were to prepare her mind for it.