"I can introduce you to the one who does business for our firm. He is very reliable, and his charges are reasonable."
"Then we will go see him, after I have changed my clothes. Sleeping in them hasn't made them look exactly as new as they were."
"That's a good idea. Have you heard from your father since writing to him about Annister?"
"I don't know. Perhaps a letter came while I was away. I wonder where they would send it?"
"They would keep it here until you gave them some instructions for forwarding it. I'll inquire at the desk for you while you are changing your clothes."
As Roy had purchased two suits on coming to New York, he had a new one to put on, while the other was sent to be pressed. He had not finished dressing when De Royster came back.
"No letters, but there's a telegram," he said, handing Roy the yellow envelope.
The boy tore it open and read:
"Letter received. No doubt Annister is swindler. You are doing right. Keep after him. Don't spare expense. Take property from his control, and give to some good man. I leave it to you. Answer when you get this."
"Why this came yesterday," said Roy. "Dad will be wondering why he doesn't hear from me."