They were brothers, and had never been separated for a quarter of a century.
Charles had been but poor company for John, but it is not always the most talkative that are regarded as the choicest company, and John felt lonely now he was gone.
When he learned that he was safely and comfortably settled at Calgary, he was pleased, and after a time became more reconciled to the change; especially in the contemplation of another change which he hoped soon to be making himself.
CHAPTER XXX.
KINBRAE.
"And thou hast also tempted here to rise,
'Mid sheltering pines, this cottage rude and grey."
WORDSWORTH.
With the arrival of the English mail came the expected letter from Mrs. Sinclair, conveying the welcome news to Fellows, which her telegram had prepared him for, that the Broadstone firm had decided to take no action upon the information supplied them about himself.
It also expressed the mother's great desire to see him; but he was urged to act as his circumstances might suggest. If he decided to come home, she would see that he did not want; but as her income was limited, she would not be able to supply him with pocket-money; and unless he saw his way to obtaining employment in England, it would not be wise to disturb present arrangements, if they were favourable. In his next letter, he was to be sure and inform her fully with regard to his position and prospects.
The decision at which he had practically arrived was only confirmed and strengthened by the receipt of this letter.
By the same mail the letter which the Broadstone solicitors had been instructed to send, came addressed to Charles at the Ranch.