"He went on an ocean cruise," young Mike said.
"Dr. Van Stoke? You mean he left his practice?"
"Yeah," the little boy answered. "Another doctor took his place."
Mr. Sims turned to the others for corroboration. "Is that right? I didn't think Van Stoke was a rich man. He was only around forty."
"He went with the money Uncle Nat gave him," the boy said.
"That'll be enough, Michael," Nat ordered sternly.
Mr. Sims laughed. "You're mistaken, Mike. Uncle Nat wouldn't give the doctor any money. He hasn't even got enough for himself."
"But he quit his job yesterday," said the boy.
Nat's voice cut in sharply. "That's enough from you. You know what they say about little boys."