"I had an idea that might be the case.

I'm finding things--a little different." "No doubt, Lane.

You fellows who went away left us to make the best of it." "Yes, Smith, we fellows 'went away,'" replied Lane, with satire, "and I'm finding out the fact wasn't greatly appreciated.

Good day." On the way out the little office girl opened the door for him and ogled him again, and stood a moment on the threshold.

Ponderingly, Lane made his way down to the street.