Robert forbore to press the young man any further, and let him severely alone during the entire day.

During the night they all retired to their sleeping berths, Edwards being securely handcuffed to one of my men, and occupying the same berth with him.
In the morning, Robert noticed a slight change in the demeanor of Edwards, and thought he detected a disposition to converse.

He did not encourage him, however, preferring by all means that the advances should be made by the young man himself.

Nor did he have long to wait.

They procured their breakfast in the dining car, and after the meal was concluded, Robert, without uttering a word, handed Edwards a cigar, which he very gratefully accepted.