“Necessary, yes,” replied the visitor. “But even now, Blake, I am not quite convinced that you are doing wisely.”
“Why? Your letter said—”
“My letter was not final. I knew that I would be present here tonight. That would enable me to discuss the matter before it was concluded. I have been thinking about it all the way from Chicago. Your action does not seem in accordance with your usual policy.”
“Why not?”
“You are disposing of your interests in the Calcimine Company at a sacrifice.”
“A sacrifice?” laughed Blake. “Two and a half millions outright? You call that a sacrifice?”
“It is worth more than that!”
“Potentially, perhaps.”
“Actually!” Michaels’ voice was serious. “Blake, I can offer you three millions, three months from now. Why don’t you hold on?”
“I would rather not delay,” replied Blake.