Chapter 22
WHAT NEXT? Harry called early, and was informed that the colonel was not at home. "Something's the matter, Mr. Armstrong," said Beeves. "Master's not at home to you to-day, he says, nor any other day till he countermands the order--that was the word, sir. I'm sure I am very sorry, sir." "So am I," said Harry. "How's your mistress?" "Haven't seen her to-day, sir. Emma says she's poorly. But she is down. Emma looks as if she knew something and wouldn't tell it. I'll get it out of her though, sir. We'll be having that old Wade coming about the house again, I'm afeard, sir. He's no good." "At all events you will let your master know that I have called," said Harry, as he turned disconsolately, to take his departure. "That I will, sir. And I'll be sure he hears me. He's rather deaf, somet
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