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`` I am more than glad , '' he replied , `` doubtless the memory of her early childhood will gradually come back to her , and we may be able to ascertain her true parentage . I hope so , at least , for I believe Maverick to be an out and out scoundrel , capable of any villainy , and I would like to see him brought to justice . '' The room set apart for the expected guests , as well as the dining-room , was decorated with wild flowers and trailing vines , and in this pleasant employment , and the preparation of a few dainty dishes for the table , the forenoon passed swiftly . The noon train had scarcely come to a stop at the little station at the Y , when Ned Rutherford was seen rushing impetuously from the car , his camera case as usual in one hand , at sight of which the two young men waiting on the platform burst into a hearty laugh . `` There he is , '' said Houston , `` the same old Ned ! '' `` The very same old boy ! '' added Van Dorn , as they hastened to meet him .