"He has gone out on business," said Nick. "Which reminds me," he added to Muriel. "His brother Max will probably be here this evening to spend the night."
"Max!"
"Yes. Don't mention it upstairs! Noel is pulling the wires, so be prepared for anything."
"What wires is Noel pullin'?" Peggy wanted to know.
"Telegraph wires," said Reggie brightly.
"Yes, telegraph wires," chuckled Nick. "I think I'll just go up for a second, Muriel. I shan't wake her up if she's asleep."
He was gone with the words, swift and noiseless as a bird on the wing, and five seconds later was scratching very softly at Olga's door.
Her voice bade him enter immediately, and he went in.
She was lying on her bed, but the blind was up and the windows wide. She held out her arms to him.
"Nick—darling!"