Walter and his new friend, whom we will call Manning, went upstairs.
“What does it all mean, Mr. Manning?” asked Walter.
“It probably means that our old friend proposes to make a call upon you during the night.”
“Do you really think so?” asked Walter, naturally startled at the suggestion.
“Yes. You still have his revolver, you know.”
“I think he will find me ready for him,” said Walter, resolutely.
“He will find us ready, you mean,” corrected Manning. “You know I am going to be your roommate.”
“I am glad of that, under the circumstances.”
“So am I. I should like to recover the money the fellow robbed me of. I should like to know his name.”
“I can tell you that. I was examining the revolver this afternoon, when I saw a name engraved upon it in very small letters.”