"He suddenly remembered he hadn't packed his safety-razor. He's half-way back to the hotel by now."
Miss Cardew remained in hysterics.
Ten minutes later a brilliant sunset was observed approaching from the north. A little later it was seen to be a large dish of apricots and cream.
"He draws near," said Archie. "Now then, let's be stern with him."
At twenty yards' range Simpson began to talk. His trot had heated him slightly.
"I say," he said excitedly. "You——"
Myra shook her head at him.
"Not done, Samuel," she said reproachfully.
"Not what, Myra? What not——"
"You oughtn't to leave us like that without telling us."