"I haven't quite made up my mind. I'll let you all know a little later," the manager answered.
"I hope it isn't any more snow and ice," remarked Mr. Bunn.
Mr. DeVere and his daughters went to their apartment, Russ accompanying them. His mother and brother were glad, not only to see the young operator but the DeVere family as well.
The next day Mr. DeVere received a call from a lawyer who said he represented Dan Merley.
"I have come to see if you are ready to pay that five hundred dollars before we go to court, Mr. DeVere," the lawyer said, stiffly.
"I haven't got it," answered the actor.
"Very well then, we shall sue and you will have to pay heavy costs and fees, in addition to the principal."
Mr. DeVere was very much worried, and spoke of the matter to Russ. The young operator laughed.
"Dan Merley will never collect that money," he said.