"Mr. Rogers," said he, "I want your presence at the Adams House at three o’clock. It is a matter of the greatest importance for you to be there. Don’t fail."
Surprises were pouring in so suddenly upon the young man that he was too bewildered to reply.
Nick took no notice of his amazement or silence. He repeated:
"Don’t forget. Adams House, at three o’clock."
He left Rogers seated in his library, still wondering how the affair happened.
Nick now hastened to the nearest telegraph office and sent the following dispatch:
"Mrs. Rogers, Bay State Hotel, Worcester: Manuel has seen Sam’s cousin. Settlement impossible unless with you, in person. Come on by first train. Meet me at Adams House. Ask for Rogers, room 75.
Moreno."
Five minutes later he was at Dr. Lord’s.
"Well, Mr. Carter," said the physician, "what can I do for you this time?"