This was very expansive, but somehow Mr. Emblem did not respond.
Presently, however, he lifted his head.
"I have three weeks still."
"Three weeks still."
"And if I do not find the money within three weeks?"
"Why—but of course you will—but if you do not—I suppose there will be only one thing left to do—realize the security, sell up—sticks and books and all."
"Thank you, Mr. Chalker. I will look round me, and—and—do my best. Good day, Mr. Chalker."
"The best you can do, Mr. Emblem," returned the solicitor, "is to take me as your adviser. You trust David Chalker."
"Thank you. Good-day, Mr. Chalker."