A Debt of Honor. Horatio Alger Jr.

don’t care to have such a friend.”

      “But I have something to add. I can be a bitter enemy when I am badly treated.”

      “I suppose that is meant as a threat, Mr. Wentworth,” said Gerald calmly.

      “You can take it so.”

      “Then I have my answer ready. I care neither for your friendship nor your enmity. I shall do what I consider right, and if my own conscience approves I shall seek no other approval.”

      “You are very independent for a young boy, especially one in your circumstances,” sneered Wentworth.

      “You may be right. I am independent, and I intend to remain so.”