However, I mustn't stop you if you want to get back to the sheep." "It isn't at all important," Kit declared.

Then he paused and Grace thought he was studying his old and rather muddy clothes.

"But, of course," he resumed, "it's possible you'd sooner go on alone." She laughed.

"Don't be ridiculous, Mr.Askew! I think you know what I mean.

I didn't want to keep you from your work." He looked relieved.