Part 7 (1/2)
”Yes, a bit b.u.mpy, but they're a good-natured lot, although a trifle rough.”
There were not many people in the paddock. Alan pointed out The Duddans and other points of interest.
”Come and see Robin Hood and tell me what you think of him,” he said.
”Where is he?”
”Over there.”
”Surrounded by his merry men,” she said, laughing, as she saw a dozen or more people looking at the horse.
CHAPTER V
ROBIN HOOD'S SPEED
Among the group looking at Robin Hood was Harry Morby. Alan introduced him to Ella, he thought her very attractive.
”He's a beauty,” said Ella, as she patted the horse's neck.
”And he'll win the Plate,” said the trainer.
”Your team looks like playing a strong part this week,” said Harry.
”I hope so,” replied Alan, who took the trainer on one side.
”So you're an Australian?” said Harry.
”Yes, I hail from Sydney. I was educated here, at the same school as Miss Berkeley. She has invited me to stay with her at The Forest.”
”That's jolly for you, she's one of the right sort, everybody likes her.”
”Including Mr. Chesney?”
Harry laughed as he replied:
”We, that is Alan's male friends, think it will be a match in time.
They are great friends and much together.”
”It is not to be wondered at, she is a beautiful woman,” said Ella.
”Very; it is strange she has not married.”
”Perhaps she is waiting until Mr. Chesney asks her.”
”Pity he can't make up his mind,” said Harry, smiling.
”You think he'll win, Fred?” said Alan to his trainer.