Nelson began to say that he was under too great obligation already, and felt that it would hardly be square; but Robb interrupted him with a couple of powerful expletives, and they agreed to another week's companionship.
After coffee Evan thought he would like to walk down University Avenue with Robb, and did so for a few blocks; but the lightness of his head counselled a shady and steady bench. He fell by the wayside.
"Just rest up to-day, old man," advised Sam, "and don't worry. It's very dangerous to stew when you're already pickled."
Evan smiled half-heartedly and promised to spend the day at Island Park.
"I'm glad you're not coming all the way," said Robb, without much humor in his face.
"Why?"
"I wouldn't want your destination to be the bank, for fear it might sometime get to be your destiny—like mine."
"Are you glad they fired me?"
"Not exactly, Evan; but I'm glad you're out."
"What do you think of the way they did it?"