8/74 Four of us men have a compartment together. Just show me where your things are and then I'll introduce you." He seemed reluctant to move, as though the spot that he had chosen was the only safe one in the whole station; but I forced him forward, found his bags, had them placed in their carriage, then turned to introduce him to his companions. Doctor Nikitin--he'll take that other doctor's place, the one who had typhus--and Andrey Vassilievitch--you've known him for years. He talks a great deal but he's sympathetic and such a good business man. |