"I only know that he's in the best form I've ever seen him in my life. He's just a devilish kind and sporting guv'nor, that's what he is."
"If you mean going about the most disreputable places in London in a half-intoxicated condition—"
"That's a lie, anyhow," said Frank calmly, yet with a glint in his eye.
His brother recoiled a pace, but his manner grew none the less uncompromising.
"I suppose you'll say he's moving in fine high-class society, do you?"
"It's a lot better than anything he ever found in his office."
"Thank you," replied the junior partner; "and now perhaps you'll tell me when he's expected back?"
"Day or two," said Frank shortly.
Andrew pondered for a moment.