“Yes, sir; he sets up a little every day.”
“This is Schofield talking. I wonder if I could see him this afternoon?”
“Yes, sir; I guess so,” answered the voice, but without enthusiasm.
“Well, tell him I’ll be down in about an hour—and if he can’t see me yet awhile, let me know.
“All right, sir.”
“It’s Mister Schofield wantin’ to see you,” Mary announced to Allan, three minutes later. “Says he’ll be here in an hour. Hadn’t I better tell him you ain’t able?”
“Oh, I guess I’m able,” said Allan, smiling up at her.
He was lying back in a great chair, with Mamie beside him.
“Well, it’s time he was askin’ after ye.”
“He’s been pretty busy, I suspect.”