He looked tired, but his face was calm.
"Why, Col.

Zane! Have a seat.

What can I do for you ?" "I have come to ask you to explain a remark of my sister's." "Very well, I am at your service," answered Alfred slowly lighting his pipe, after which he looked straight into Col.

Zane's face.
"My sister informs me that you insulted her last fall before you left the Fort.

I am sure you are neither a liar nor a coward, and I expect you to answer as a man." "Col.