I have here twelve thousand dollars in gold," he added, laying his hand on his saddle-bags, which seemed to be heavy and well filled.
"Couldn't you remain until day after to-morrow ?" asked Frank.

"Uncle James will be at home then." "I can't spare the time.

I am on my way to Fort Yuma, where I have some business to transact that may detain me three or four days.

I don't like to carry this money there and back, for it is heavy, and there is no knowing what sort of travelers one may meet on the road.

Wouldn't it be all right if I should leave it here with you ?" "Yes, sir," replied Frank, eager to accept the responsibility; "I can take care of it.