And some will be worse off if they live.

But Rust may get well if he'll only behave.

You are a relative--or friend ?" "I don't know him," answered Carley.

"But I have a friend who was with him in France." The nurse led Carley into a long narrow room with a line of single beds down each side, a stove at each end, and a few chairs.

Each bed appeared to have an occupant and those nearest Carley lay singularly quiet.