"Ah!" said George. "I see. How much did you leave your wife?"
"About three pounds, sir; I had to bring enough to pass me at Quebec."
"Then if you give me what you have, I'll let you have a check for twice as much on an English bank. Better get your letter written."
Grierson's look was very expressive as he turned away with a word of thanks; and Edgar smiled at George.
"You have bought that fellow—for an advance of four pounds," he said.
George showed a little embarrassment.
"I was thinking of the woman," he explained.
Then he pointed to the prairie.
"There's a rig coming. It looks like visitors."
Soon afterward, Grant, whom they had met on the train, drew up his team and helped his daughter down.