After an interval Fagg in his natural manner said: "I'm going home!" "Going home ?" "Yes--that is, I think I'll take a trip to the Atlantic States.

I came to see you, as you know I have some little property, and I have executed a power of attorney for you to manage my affairs.

I have some papers I'd like to leave with you.

Will you take charge of them ?" "Yes," I said.

"But what of Nellie ?" His face fell.