Kirk will be promoted soon,
by-the-way, although he doesn't know it. He is to replace Runnels
as soon as he is able."
"Remarkable--and yet I have seen the marvels you work, dear lady.
But is not this a strange sphere of activity for the son of Darwin
K. Anthony?"
"Oh, he had some kind of falling-out with his father, I believe,
which occasioned his coming here. There was nothing really to
Kirk's discredit--of that I am perfectly sure."
"It would be unfortunate, indeed, if this breach between father
and son should prove serious."
"Oh, I dare say it won't. Kirk is certain to succeed, and old
Anthony will come round, if I know American fathers."
Garavel smiled, well pleased that he had treated his recent
visitor with proper consideration. After all, why not invite the
young fellow to his house? That would be rather a significant step
according to Spanish custom; yet he need not be bound by it. He
could put a stop to the affair at any time. Besides, despite his
frequent protestations to the contrary, he was somewhat influenced
by his daughter's desire for more liberty. It was not fair to her,
he thought in his heart, that she should know only Ramon. One
reason especially appealed to his pride. If a break came between
him and Alfarez, Ramon must not appear to have jilted Gertrudis.
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