Never in his life had he been opposed by Edith before in this way.

He read these words in stereotyped writing: _'Van will call on receipt of post-card.

The Lavender Laundry hopes that you will give them a trial, as their terms are extremely mod--'_ Bruce rushed to the door and called out: 'Edith! Sorry! Edie, I say, I'm sorry.

Come back.' There was no answer.
He pushed the letter under the door of her room, and said through the keyhole: 'Edith, look here, I'm just going for a little walk.

I'll be back to dinner.