He was a much shorter man than Carroll, and he made futile hops to get into step with him as they proceeded.

"Yes, sir, every train through the twenty-four hours is late on this road." Carroll laughed.

"I confess that rather suits me, on the whole.

I am usually late myself." They walked together to the ferry-slip, and the boat was just going out.
"Always lose this boat," grumbled Lee, importantly.
Carroll looked at his watch, then replaced it silently.
"Going to miss an appointment ?" questioned Lee.
"No, think not.

These boats sail pretty often." "I wish the train-service was as good," said Lee.
The two men stood together until the next boat came in, then boarded it, and took seats outside, as it was a fine day.