I'm awfully glad West and I happened to be on hand.

But there wasn't anything that you or any fellow couldn't have done just as well, or better, because I came plaguey near making a mess of it.

Anyhow, it's well through with.

As for being friends, I'll be very glad to be, Clausen.

And if you don't mind climbing stairs, and have a chance, come up and see me this evening.