"I was pushed in, Mr. Penton."
"You don't mean that—surely you cannot mean that, Rush!" exclaimed Mr. Penton in amazement.
"Yes, sir; I was."
"Who pushed you?"
"That is what I should like to know."
"This is really incredible, Rush. Are you quite sure you are not mistaken?"
"I am not mistaken."
"Tell me about it."
"When you sent for me——"