THE COMING OF BILLY After another long search William came back to the train-shed, vaguely hoping that Billy might even then be there.

The girl was still standing alone by the gate.

There was another train on the track now, and the rush of many feet had swept her a little to one side.

She looked frightened now, and almost ready to cry.

Still, William noticed that her chin was lifted bravely, and that she was making a stern effort at self-control.