"It was an oversight on my part. Did you have a pleasant journey from Cincinnati?"
"Quite pleasant, sir."
"Are you traveling on business?"
"On business with you, sir. That is all."
"So I supposed. Well, I am glad to see you. We are a small family, and lonely. I hope you will stay with us a few days."
"As your guest?" inquired our hero, much surprised.
"Yes. That will enable us to transact this business at our leisure."
"I shouldn't think you would invite me to your house," said Gilbert, in surprise.
"Why not?"
"You think I am an impostor."