“I don’t know the exact address,” he answered. “Just address it to the little restaurant in the alley.”
She looked up.
“Mr. Pendleton!”
“To the little restaurant in the alley,” he continued calmly. “Do you use Madame or Mademoiselle to an unmarried lady?” he inquired.
“I suppose this is a strictly business letter, or you would not be dictating it in office hours,” she returned.
“I’ll make it partly business,” he nodded. “Ready?”
“Yes, Mr. Pendleton; but I don’t think––”
“Who is introducing the personal element now?” he demanded.
“Ready, Mr. Pendleton.”