When they were fairly started, Mr. Dodge said:
“Henry, probably Mr. and Mrs. Brackett will cross-examine you on our return, to learn where I went and what I did. They are very curious on that subject—so much so that Mr. Brackett offered to drive me over himself.”
“I won’t tell them,” said Andy, very promptly.
“You might find it a little awkward to refuse,” said the old man, “and for this reason I will not tell you precisely.”
“That will be the best way,” answered Andy, who was not troubled by idle curiosity.
“I will only say that the business I have to do will help prepare the way for our departure.”
“I am glad of that, sir, for I don’t much enjoy being in Mr. Brackett’s employment.”
“It will soon be over, Henry, and I will take care that you lose nothing by what you are doing in my behalf.”
“I don’t want to be paid for that, Uncle Simon.”
“Have you heard from your mother since you came here?”