"A very hot and dusty ride too.

Still, after your father's message I did not hesitate for a second.

Where is he, Edith?
Have you any idea what it is that he wants ?" She shook her head.
"Did he send for you ?" she asked.
"Send for me!" Mr.Bomford repeated.

"I should rather think he did." He looked inquiringly towards Burton.

Edith introduced them.
"This," she said, "is Mr.Burton, a friend of father's, who is staying with us for a few days.