"I have been thinking of such a change myself. For the first time in five years I am beginning to find my cabin home monotonous."
"I am glad to hear it. You will be much better off in a home where you can be taken care of."
"I will attend to the matter without delay on my return."
"So far, so good. Now, let me call in Mark, and speak to him of our plan."
Mark, at the summons, entered the back office.
"Mark," said Mr. Hardy, "we want you to take a journey."
"I shall be very glad to do so, sir."
"It will be a long one."
"The longer the better," answered Mark, his eyes sparkling.
"Your first stopping place will be Chicago."