"I don't see how we're going to find out where the money comes from unless he wants to tell us," Fred said, with a sigh, and then Gus, looking considerably disturbed, joined them.
"When are you fellers goin' home?" he asked, abruptly.
"I'll start pretty soon," Skip replied, "but Fred don't have to leave till Bill Thomas gives the word. What's up?"
"Nothin' much 'cept I won't see you agin."
"Why not?"
"I promised to take a trip with the feller what was jest here, an' it's time we was off."
"What's that for?"
"I don't know as it's any business of yours," and Gus looked at his guests suspiciously.
"Of course not," Skip replied quickly, "but we've had such a good time that a feller can't help feelin' sorry you've got to go."
This explanation did not appear to be entirely satisfactory.