He touched the thin elbow gently: then took the limp seeing hand to guide it forward.
Say something to him.
- Better not do the condescending.
- They mistrust what you tell them.
- Pass a common remark.
―The rain kept off.
No answer.
Stains on his coat. Slobbers his food, I suppose. Tastes all different for him. Have to be spoonfed first. Like a child’s hand his hand. Like Milly’s was. Sensitive. Sizing me up I daresay from my hand. Wonder if he has a name. Van.
Keep his cane clear of the horse’s legs tired drudge get his doze. That’s right. Clear. Behind a bull: in front of a horse.