Mr.Strong would have to remain with Lucy, so if Chester was to see Switzerland, he would have to try it alone.

When Chester heard of the arrangement, he demurred; but when Lucy's father suggested to him that perhaps it would be best for her, he said no more.
After Chester's departure, the three settled down to the business at hand, that of resting.

That was easy enough for Lucy and her father, but Uncle Gilbert was hale and hearty, so he continued to make short daily excursions to points of interest.

They had pleasant quarters, not too near the noise of the city.

The semi-private hotel had but few guests, so the back garden in which dinner was usually served, proved a desirable lounging-place.
Uncle Gilbert was away that afternoon.