“When I was a little boy they called me Julian, but——”
“Julian!” repeated Robert eagerly.
“Yes.”
“Can you tell what was your last name?” asked Robert quickly.
Bill shook his head.
“No, I don’t remember.”
“Tell me,” said Robert, “did you live with a man named Badger in the town of Dexter?”
The sick boy started and seemed extremely surprised.
“How did you find out?” he asked. “Did Mr. Badger send you for me?”
“I never saw Mr. Badger in my life.”