Aye--make an inquiry or two." "But remember that all I can inquire about will be in the ordinary business way," continued Appleyard.

"I can ascertain if there is a Delkin in town, who's a Chicago millionaire, and if Fullaway's a reputable business man--but that'll be all.

As to the secretary, I can't do anything." "I'll keep an eye on her myself," said Allerdyke.

"Well, do this, then, and let me know the results.

I've put up at the Waldorf, and there I shall stop while all this is being investigated here in London, but I shall pop in and out here, of course.