There was another silence, during which there was the rustling of paper. Then Elwell spoke again:
“There, Lannigan, is the paper signed by Seaman and witnessed by me. Bring it to me to-morrow as agreed and I will see that it is acknowledged and the bond given to you.”
“Very well,” said Lannigan. “Now about the five thou.”
“Here it is,” said Seaman.
“Let me count it,” said Lannigan.
“You can see me count it. There are fifty one-hundred-dollar bills here.”
Again there was a brief silence, during which the rustling of paper was heard.
“Hand it over,” said Lannigan. “It’s all right.”
“Produce the goods first,” said Seaman, with a laugh.
“Oh, they’re here all right,” Lannigan said. “I’ll get it.”