But you don't seem to realize that I'm withdrawing from the board because I'm incapacitated for the duties." Then the nurse, to whom Herbert had given a hint, came in; and he made a sign of resignation, quite as though overpowered by regret.
"I'm sorry I'm not allowed to talk very much yet.

Will you have a cigar and some refreshment before you leave ?" His visitors rose, and one of them turned to him with a curious expression.
"No, thanks," he said pointedly.

"Considering everything, I don't think we'll give you the trouble." With a few conventional words they withdrew, and Herbert smiled at the nurse.
"I believe Dr.Ballin was most concerned about the injury to my nerves," he said.

"Have you noticed anything wrong with them ?" "Not lately.

They seem to be in a normal state." "That," said Herbert, "is my own opinion.