He had confidence that its meaning would be understood by Mr. Stark; and he was not mistaken.
In an hour a reply came, which read as follows:
“REV. MR. WITHERS, U. S. Hotel, N. Y.:
“I will be with you to-day. Meet me at the place where I told you to call.
STARK.”
Leonard estimated that Mr. Stark would have to make some preparations before leaving Boston, and that he would reach New York in the evening, on the same train that had brought “Rev. Mr. Withers” the night before. So he was in no haste to show himself at the appointed place.
He passed most of the day in his room, reading the daily papers, and reflecting on the matters in which he was so immediately concerned.
He reviewed the situation, formed plans to suggest to Mr. Stark, and arranged his thoughts to be submitted to the detective in the most concise manner possible. He sent a note to Carlos, informing him that matters were progressing, but stating that he thought it not best to call on him during the day.
In the latter part of the afternoon he walked to No. —— Twelfth street.
He was met at the door by a woman, who instantly smiled, and greeted him cordially.