An outbreak of smallpox among the Indians is quite a favorite with father." "The old--I beg your pardon!" "Don't bother.

You are certainly entitled to an expression of your feelings.

It may be the only satisfaction, you will get.

But aren't we getting away from the question ?" "Question ?" "When do you wish Li Ho to take you back to Vancouver ?" Professor Spence opened his lips to say that any time would suit.

It was the obvious answer, the only sensible answer, the answer which he fully intended to make.