And he wants us all.

Why! why, Keziah! are you here ?" "Yes, Nat.

I've been here a little while." He looked at her steadily and his eyes brightened just a trifle.
"Did you come to see me ?" he asked.

"Was it about what I said this--" "No, no, Nat; no.

I heard the news and that Grace was alone; so I come right down." He nodded wearily.
"You can come in, too," he said.