Say your message is from Senor Gates." She came forth immediately fully dressed, but bearing herself with reserve.

On my part I made no effort at greeting, not certain as to what eyes might be observing us through the deck light above, or, for the matter of that, unwilling to face the curiosity of the watchful steward.
"I had you called," I explained, "because of a disinclination to eat entirely alone.

You were evidently awake ?" "Yes; I have not undressed.

I felt no desire to sleep, although, no doubt I dozed.

The call to breakfast was quite welcome." She seated herself opposite me, and we spoke of the weather while Gunsaules served with some skill.