"But I saw what an idiot I would be."
"Very good!"
"I am completely cured, and if I didn't telephone, it is—"
"Because you are in love," said Emma promptly.
"Nonsense!"
"You will see her tomorrow; if not, day after tomorrow. And the longer you stay away, the worse for you."
The arrival of Spinetti, the conductor, to run over a last few points, broke in upon this interesting discussion. Beecher departed, after a promise to come behind after the second act with a budget of news. He returned to his rooms, undisturbed by the charges of Emma Fornez.
"I haven't thought of her the whole day," he said contentedly. "If I didn't telephone, it's because—well, because—what's the use? I have other things more interesting to do."
In his apartment he found McKenna waiting for him, in company with Gunther, who was already dressed for dinner at Mrs. Fontaine's.
"Hello, McKenna," he said, surprised. "What's up?"