And Captain Oliphant felt it would be distinctly convenient, for a while, to be relieved of the presence both of his co-trustee and his ward.

He felt himself quite competent to deal with the trust moneys which were shortly about to come in without assistance.
When, therefore, Roger with some hesitation returned to the charge, he said, somewhat severely-- "You are old enough to decide for yourself, my boy.

You know my view of the matter.

I conclude you are not going alone ?" "No; Armstrong is coming." "Naturally.

I wish you joy.