"No matter. What is it about the pension?"
"There is a little trouble."
"Of course. I knew you'd be too much taken up with your own affairs. The money's a trifle; but grandmother is an old lady, and will be so disappointed."
"I think the matter may be arranged," he said gravely, ignoring her taunt. "I am very sorry for the delay."
"What is the trouble?"
"I find it hard to prove your grandmother's marriage."
"What!" she cried.
"I have not been able to find proof of your grandmother's marriage."
"Tom Putnam!"