Streeter turned his vivid blue eyes on Jennie. "I want to know! Well,
I'm much obliged. When did you come?" he asked of Curtis.
"About an hour ago."
"Goin' far?"
"Over to the agency."
"Friend of the agent?"
"No, but I have a letter of introduction to him."
Streeter seemed to be satisfied. "You'll find him a very accommodating
gentleman."
"So I hear," said Curtis, and some subtle inflection in his tone caused
Streeter to turn towards him again.
"What did I understand your name was?"
"Curtis."
"Where from?"
"San Francisco."
"Oh yes. I think I heard Sennett speak of you. Those biscuit are mighty
good. I'll take another. Couldn't persuade you to stay here, could I?"
He turned to Jennie.