The doctor soon arrived, and while he and George consulted, Betty turned to Frank Edgeway who was sitting on the other side of the room, contemplating her seriously.
Surely this friend deserved some explanation of the mysterious happenings.
"Mr. Edgeway, this boy's mother is a very dear friend of mine. When a widow, she married Dr. Cadman. But he cares for her child as if it were his own."
Edgeway received this explanation with no comment. He had witnessed her meeting with George. He felt certain this man held control of Betty's feelings. With a reckless despair, he awaited the next move.
George re-entered the room.
"Betty, could you manage to stay with Harold while he is here?"
"You may be sure I will not leave his side," replied Betty, "and I will go with him tomorrow, and stay with Alma a few hours," she added impulsively, putting self-consideration aside.
"Thank you," said George, simply.
Edgeway escorted both doctors to the door.
With a hurried "goodbye," they left the house.