A nervous break-down of some kind only--no organic trouble--would be all right again shortly.
"But doctor, we get off at Queenstown," explained Lucy.
"Well, I think you can manage it.

By the time you are ready to leave, he will be strong enough.

This young man seems able to carry him ashore, if need be.

Are you landing also," he asked of Chester.
"Well--yes." Lucy looked at the young man, but said nothing.

The doctor promised to bring some medicine, then left.
"But Mr.Lawrence--" began Lucy.
"I'll listen to no objections," interrupted he.