26/28 This left him in no mood to enjoy his flat or Carrie, and consequently the depression invaded that quarter. More, he had not the same impressive personality which he had when he first came to New York. Bad thoughts had put a shade into his eyes which did not impress others favorably. About a month later, finding that he had not made any progress, Shaughnessy reported definitely that Slawson would not extend the lease. He would not give the other a key to his opinions, whatever they were. |