He smiled at their well-meaning endeavors, then without asking leave, took the man's free arm and helped him down the steps, saying, "You haven't quite got your sea-legs yet--Now then, steady, and we'll soon be there.

Get a good dinner, and that will help." The steward showed them to the two seats opposite Chester which had been vacant so long.
"Thank you very much," said the girl to Chester, with a smile, when the elderly man was well seated.

Chester bowed without replying, then went around the table to his own seat.
Somehow that gracious little smile had made Chester's heart flutter for an instant.

As he realized it, he said to himself, "What's the matter with me?
Am I getting foolish?
It was, certainly a sweet smile, and the thanks were gracious, too; but what of it ?" The first courses were being served.

She was sitting opposite him, just a few feet away.