“But, say,” added Jack mock-seriously, “how is it these real high class adventures always come your way? I’m getting jealous.”
“I can assure you you needn’t be. It’s lots more fun reading about them. Wait and see,” said Alex.
Jack was soon to have his opportunity of “seeing,” though a more disagreeable experience was first to come.
V
AN ELECTRICAL DETECTIVE
“Orr, Mr. Black wants you.”
Jack, who was passing through the business department of the Hammerton office, toward the stair which led to the operating room, promptly turned aside and entered the manager’s private room.
“Good morning, Jack. Sit down.