Donald turned as he was leaving the room and saw Robert Rennie close one eye in a wise wink.
CHAPTER VI
At the breakfast table the next morning Douglas was talking happily of their departure for Summit Lake.
“You’ll have to hustle the work of timber cruising,” his father admonished. “There won’t be any time for play, as we expect to have the road finished in a few weeks.”
“Don’t worry, Dad. This is my first real job, and I am going to make good,” declared Douglas stoutly.
“I hope so, Douglas. As you know, I want you to work your way up on your own merits. I’m not going to show any favouritism. We are going to put in a larger mill at Cheakamus, and one at Summit Lake, so there will be good opportunities for advancement for you and McLean if you show the right spirit.
“Is Mr. McLean going with you?” interposed Janet in a casual tone.
“Yes.”
“How can he leave his business for so long?”
“He’s not actively engaged in business just at present,” explained Douglas glibly.