“Quarter of a million, at least.”
Ernest’s eyes opened wide with amazement.
“But I will introduce you to Mr. Norcross, my principal, and we will talk over our plan of operations. You must assert your rights, and demand that your grandfather’s will be carried out. Are you content to place yourself in our hands?”
“Entirely so. But I am sorry for Cousin Stephen. It will be a great blow for him.”
“Don’t waste any pity upon him. He defrauded your father, and meant to defraud you.”
CHAPTER XXXVI
STEPHEN RAY ALARMED
“A gentleman to see you, sir.”