Noon
He had had some large plans , until the professor had started the run against him . He 'd had a Vision , a vision of prosperity and himself a settled man . And maybe some day -- some day , when he 'd proved himself -- when he 'd found Her -- He would n't even tell himself how disappointed he was . Noon came and they tarried a while . There was no hurry ; they were n't going anywhere , -- not anywhere in particular . Presently they started on again . And through the glare of afternoon they passed along the horizon , a despondent scarecrow upon a dejected horse .