“But the money, Chester?” gasped Edward.
“I will advance it to you, and you shall repay me when you can.”
CHAPTER XXXV.
PREPARING FOR THE JOURNEY.
No sooner had Chester decided upon his Western journey than he telegraphed to Dean & Downie, of Tacoma:
“I will call upon you within two weeks.”
Mrs. Rand was much surprised when Chester, coming home unexpectedly, announced his intentions.
“Do you want me to take you with me, mother?” asked Chester, with a smile.
“I am afraid I could not help you much. But you are not used to traveling. You may take the wrong cars.”