“Never mind that for a time, Ethan; there is something which we desire to say to you.”
“I’LL DO IT,” SAID ETHAN PROMPTLY
The lad looked at the great Virginian wonderingly; then as he and Mr. Hancock seated themselves at a table near a window, he crossed the room and stood beside them.
“Sit down,” said Mr. Hancock, pointing to a chair.
The boy did so, and then the president of the Congress went on.
“There is a service which you can render Congress and your country if you will.”
Ethan’s eyes lit up.
“Then consider it done, sir, if the power to render the service rests in me.”
Both the statesmen smiled; and Mr. Hancock proceeded.