XXIX
"The Bitter End"
"She ain't here." Nell Beecroft, with arms akimbo, blocked the hospital door.
"Upon your honor, Nell?"
She looked the sheriff squarely in the eyes.
"Upon my honor, Dan."
She saw the doubt lying behind his look, but she did not flinch.
"When she comes, send me word. No," on second thought, "you needn't; I'll be back." He tapped the inside pocket of his coat significantly. "I want to see Dr. Harpe most particular."