"I must lose no time," he thought, "or I shall lose my opportunity."
They reached the hotel in time for dinner.
"What are you going to do this afternoon?" asked Bowman.
"I haven't thought particularly," answered Fred indifferently.
"Suppose we play poker? The landlord has a pack of cards."
"I don't know the game."
"It won't take long to learn. I will show you how it is played."
"I don't care for cards. I may call on Mr. Sinclair."
Bowman shrugged his shoulders.
"You must enjoy his society," he said.