48/49 But to prepare your mind I'll just give you a sketch of the events of the last few days." Before the sketch was concluded the young man had violently rung the bell. "Sime," he shouted to the servant, "clear away this mess and lay the table again. Order more breakfast, all the breakfast you can get. Tidy up the place for there's a lady comin'. Quick, you juggins!" He was on his feet now, and, with his arm in Dickson's, was heading for the door. |