17/23 You had better come along by my train. Soon after I arrive I'll get Mrs.Cartwright to ask you across." "I mustn't bother your friends," said Lister. "Besides, I really don't know if I want to go to sea." "All the same, you'll come over to Carrock. You ought to know Cartwright and I reckon he'll like to know you. I have a notion you and he would make a good team." Lister wondered whether Vernon had an object for urging him to meet his friend, but this looked ridiculous. |