I read it over slowly, but it appeared innocent enough. Of course they would require some guarantee that my work would be performed. Yet certain questions arose to my mind.
[Illustration: I read it over slowly, but it appeared innocent enough.]
"As soon as the property is legally in my possession I am to deed it over to you?"
"Certainly; I represent the administrators, and the rightful heir."
"That will involve forgery on my part."
He waved his hand, as though brushing away an insect.
"Technically, yes; but under legal advice, my dear boy, and agreement of the officials interested in proper settlement of the estate. There is no danger whatever."
I was not assured as to this, and yet the man's easy manner, and smooth speech, served to ease my conscience.