telegram or to break the news by word of mouth, he saw a cab drive up, out of which jumped Mr.Greenacre.Their eyes met, but they exchanged no sign of recognition.

Scarcely, however, had Gammon walked a dozen yards when a quick step sounded behind him, and he was addressed in tones of the most conciliatory politeness.
"Gammon, may I beg one word?
I owe you an apology.

My behaviour last night was quite unjustifiable.

I can only explain it by the fact that I had undergone a severe trial to the nerves.

I was not myself.