"Thank you," said Robert, politely.
"Oh, I have no doubt you will get on well together," said Mr. Morton. "Robert, I shall expect you to follow the directions of Mr. Cromwell, as I have confidence that he will act with good judgment."
Robert bowed.
"I have obtained tickets for you by the middle train," proceeded the merchant. "Here they are, Mr. Cromwell."
"Thank you, sir," said Cromwell, taking them and putting them in his pocket.
"You will remain at Niagara two or three days if you like," continued Paul Morton. "I have no doubt you will enjoy yourself. What do you say, Robert?"
"I shall be sure to enjoy it," said Robert, with animation.
"So shall I," said Cromwell. "I have never visited the Falls."
"Well," said the merchant, drawing on his gloves, "I am sorry, but I shall be obliged to leave you. I have considerable business awaiting me at my counting-room. I have ordered a carriage at eleven to convey you with your trunks to the railroad depot. Good-bye, Robert, good-bye, Mr. Cromwell. A pleasant journey to you."
"Good-bye, sir," said both.