Why, that story was told me confidential by a gent that was about to go out!" Riley's frank manner disarmed Quade in a measure.

The club crashed over him, and with what strength he had he gripped Quade at the knees.

But it was Quade with whom he had to deal now, and he began to thank Stevens for his warning.

Mebby you'd like it as a souvenir, seein' as you laid out Quade for her.