CHAPTER 63-ASSURANCE

"Mr. Howard. I must admit, I've been harboring a secret from you." Henry began. "But how did you know?"

"I have known for some time." Mr. Howard replied.

"But how? How could you know??" Henry took a deep breath.

"I have my ways, Henry. Ways that are known only to those who have walked the path of service as long as I have." Mr. Howard leaned forward.

Henry felt unease, he had never imagined that his secret could be compromised. But he knew Mr. Howard is a trustworthy man.

"Do not worry, Henry. Your secret is safe with me. I have no intention of divulging it to anyone. I always believe that you are destined for something great. A destiny that is intertwined with George Thompson."

Henry gulped as he wondered how could Mr. Howard knew of this connection.

"I've been watching you. Observing your actions, your comings and goings. I hage seen the way you move, the way you speak. It is clear that there is a deep connection between you and George."

Henry realized that Mr. Howard was not