"That was a good draw, John. Three cushions this time. Good. You're playing strong to-night."
"Did you think to bring over your pajamas?" John asked irrelevantly.
Warrington smiled in spite of himself.
"I forgot all about them," he admitted.
"Thought you would, so I brought over two sets. We're about the same size. Pshaw! that was an easy one, too."
Warrington missed his shot; He heard voices again.
"And I want you to help me." It was Mrs. Franklyn-Haldene again. "We shall reorganize the Woman's Auxiliary Republican Club, and we shall need you. It is principally for that that I came over."
"I take very little interest in anything outside my home," replied Mrs. Bennington.
"Did you get that?" whispered John, as he drew back for a carom.
"But this is very important for the city's welfare," pursued Mrs. Franklyn-Haldene.