You knew him pretty well, I can see that.

So did I.And I guess that's why we're both puzzled." Captain Elisha folded his napkin with care and stood up.

Sylvester rose, also.
"Come downstairs," he said.

"We can enjoy our cigars more comfortably there, and go on with our talk.

That is, unless you're in a great hurry." "No, I ain't in any special hurry.