“Dangerous?”
“Yes,” returned Crestwick dryly; “I think that describes it.”
There was an impressive silence, while each wondered how far he might have betrayed himself. Then Lisle spoke.
“Read the rest of the letter. See if Bella says anything further.”
“No announcement made,” Crestwick informed him a little later. “All the same, Flo’s satisfied that the engagement will be made known before long.” He looked up at Lisle with uncertainty and anger in his face. “It almost makes me forget Bella’s other news. What can be done?”
“What do you want to do?”
“Don’t fence!” said Crestwick. “I’m not smart at it. Don’t you know a reason why Miss Gladwyne shouldn’t marry the fellow?”
“Yes. It has nothing to do with you.”
“Perhaps not,” replied Crestwick. “I can only say that the match ought to be broken off. It isn’t to be contemplated!”
“Well,” Lisle responded with forced quietness, “if it’s any relief to you, I’ll write to Nasmyth the first chance I get, asking what he’s heard. Now we’ll drop the subject. Is there anything else of general interest in your letter?”