CHAPTER XV

The Revelation Was it only imagination on Ted Scott’s part, or had Frank Bruin winced at the mention of Bessie Wilburton’s name? “So you think that Bessie Wilburton is the prettiest girl in this town, do you?” Frank asked. “I sure do!” replied Ted. “Don’t you?” It was a home thrust, and its effect was immediate. “Do I?” cried Frank, starting up from his chair. “You bet I do! The prettiest girl in this town? Why, she’s the prettiest girl in the whole United States! And the cleverest! And the sweetest!” Ted was start…