“Well, gentlemen, I suppose you’re right. Only, if he won’t?”
“Then we shall take action,” said Fitzderham.
“So shall I,” said Gerald.
Vane shrugged his shoulders.
Mr. Blodwell rang the bell.
“Is Mr. George in, Timms?” he asked.
“Yes, sir; just arrived.”
“Ask him to step in to me, if he will. I don’t see,” he continued, “why you shouldn’t settle it with him. I’ve nothing to do with it, thank God.”
George entered. He was surprised to see the deputation, but addressed himself exclusively to Blodwell.
“Here I am, sir. What is it?”