There was a long pause, which she broke abruptly. “I think I have told you I made my will in London last year.”
Contraras nodded. “Yes, you told me that.”
“But I did not tell you the details. I have left all my money in the hands of the Public Trustee, to divide amongst certain charities. As private fortunes go, it is a fair one—but what a small sum to go to the alleviation of this vast amount of human misery!”
“You could not have made a better use of it,” said Contraras appreciatively.
“To you, my dear friend, I have left twenty thousand pounds to devote to whatever purpose you think fit. Of course you will apply that money to the spreading of the propaganda.”
“I much appreciate your kind thought, my dear Valerie; it is just like you. But may the day be far distant when—”
She raised her hand. “We will speak no more of that, please. I wonder what will be the result of to-night?”
“Success!” cried Contraras confidently. “Success!”
A few minutes later he rose to go.
“The Duchess will call for you in her carriage. Once arrived at the Palace, keep under her wing for some time, so as to avoid suspicion. Then seize your time and opportunity. Would you like me to come round and see you before you start? But I shall look out for you at the Palace.”