“How?”
“Men are dissatisfied with the present—administration of affairs.”
“Men are always dissatisfied.”
“They’re looking around for a new—hired man—Amos.”
Amos chuckled; then he said slowly: “Well—there’s lots of folks looking for the job.”
Chase hesitated, considering his next word; and in the end he cast diplomacy to the winds and came out flatly: “Amos—it’s a good time to look around for friends. To make new alliances.”
Amos looked at the other thoughtfully. “Meaning—just what?”
Chase said simply: “You and I ought to get together, Amos.”
“We’re—here together.”
“I mean—a permanent alliance—offensive and defensive. For mutual good.”