"In the same time?"
"In the same time," said David.
To doubt that simple voice was impossible. But Connor knew horses, and his credence was strained to the breaking point.
"I should like very much," he said, "to see a horse that had covered two hundred and sixty miles within forty-eight hours."
"Thirty-six," corrected David.
Connor swallowed.
"Thirty-six," he murmured faintly.
"I shall send for him," said the master, and struck the little gong which stood on one side of the table. Isaac came hurrying with that light step which made Connor forget his age.
"Bring Glani," said David.
Isaac hurried across the patio, and David continued talking to his guest.