I did not dare even to prolong the conversation on this subject, or on any other subject.

In consequence, he departed speedily, and I spent the afternoon wondering whether he would return before the day ended, or leave me to the endurance of a night of suspense.

I was spared this final distress.

He came in again towards evening, and this was what he told me: "I have seen Sweetwater, and was more fortunate in my interview than I expected.

He talked freely, and in the course of the conversation, described the very occurrence in which you are so interested.