Mr.
Cowdery would have come, but he was at the baptising." "Did you leave the baptising just to come and see us ?" It occurred to her that from his point of view two stray disciples such as herself and Halsey could be of little importance compared with his appearance at the solemn function.
Smith busied himself giving Halsey more water.

That done, he went away without further words.

Susannah heard his horse gallop from the door.
She knew that he had travelled some five miles to pay this visit, and she supposed that he desired to return if possible before the converts had come up from the water.

His visit had undoubtedly brought her comfort.

His response to her message had been prompt and kind.