He was getting disturbed about her, but since the doctor had said she must rest, he talked to Barbara in the evening.

He told her about the wreck, and smiled when he stated that Lister would have control.
"I think you declared he was the man for an awkward job," he said.
Barbara looked at him rather hard.

"Perhaps I did say so.

You don't imply you are sending Mr.Lister because you thought I'd like it ?" "Not at all," said Cartwright.

"The thing's a business venture.