Chester agreed in words, Lucy in looks.
"You say you have passed through Kansas City," continued the father. "How far west have you been?"
"To the Pacific Coast."
"Lucy and I should have made this trip westward, but the doctor said we must not cross the mountains, because of her heart. So an ocean voyage was advised."
"And I did want so much to see the Rockies," added the young woman. "I have always had a longing to see our own mountains as well as those of Switzerland. Next summer we'll take that western trip."
"I hope so, daughter."
"I assure you they are worth seeing," said Chester.
"No doubt about it. Lucy and I have planned it all for some day. Were you ever in Utah?"
"I lived for some time in Salt Lake City. Be sure to see that town on your trip."
The minister looked somewhat queerly at Chester for a moment. Then his gaze swept out to the water again as if a momentary disturbing thought was gotten rid of. Lucy was interested.