The other read:
"Albany, W.A. Self and wife arrive Adelaide Monday. Wire address.—Whyte."
The letter contained a cheque for £150, with the photo of Mr. and Mrs. Montague enclosed, on the back of which was written:—"May God bless and prosper Reginald Morris is the earnest prayer of the originals!"
CHAPTER XXVII.
FOILED.
Reg passed a restless night, turned himself out of bed early, and went for a stroll in the Domain before breakfast. He was ill at ease and full of self-reproach, for it seemed to him he had neglected his oath. He had given himself up to the pleasure of the hour, while Wyck was still at large. He blamed himself for believing rumours and not satisfying himself of their truth, and altogether worked himself into a miserable frame of mind.
After a hasty breakfast, he hurried round to the "Grosvenor," and asked for Goody, and shewed him the telegram.
"That's funny, very funny," said Goody.
"Is that friend of yours here still?" asked Reg.