He went over to Hollis Creek in the swiftest conveyance he could obtain, which was naturally an auto, but he did not have 'Ennery for his chauffeur, of which he was heartily glad, for 'Ennery might have wanted to talk.
On the porch of Hollis Creek Inn he found Princeman and Mr.Stevens in earnest conversation.

He knew what that meant.

Princeman was already discussing with Mr.Stevens the matter of control of the Marsh Pulp Company.

Princeman rose when Sam stepped up on the porch, and strolled away from Mr.Stevens.

He nodded pleasantly to Turner, and the latter, returning the nod fully as pleasantly, was about to hurry on in search of Miss Josephine, when Mr.Stevens checked him.
"Hello, Sam," he called.