“Morning!” muttered Professor Puffer coldly.
“Well, how do you like Liverpool?”
“I don’t know. Have not had an opportunity to go about yet.”
“Nor I. Come around with me, if you have nothing better to do.”
“I don’t know whether Professor Puffer will require my company or not,” said Bernard, in a tone of hesitation.
“No,” answered Professor Puffer. “If you wish to take a walk with Mr. Sturgis, I have no objection.”
“Thank you, sir.”
“You can report at half-past twelve or one, and we will dine then.”
“All right, sir.”
“How long do you remain in Liverpool, professor?” asked Nelson Sturgis.