“Thank you, my lord.”

“But a truce to compliments. Let us to business. My grand-daughter is desirous of returning to Wood Green.”

No. 25.

“I LEAVE IT FOR MY HUSBAND TO DETERMINE,” SAID AVELINE.

“Ah!” ejaculated the attorney.

“Yes, but only for a time. Understand that, only for a short period.”

The lawyer nodded.

“I think she is disposed to accede to my wishes—​at least, that is my impression.”

“I am delighted to hear it.”