But I can probably get it to-day.

Call to-morrow at this time--no, in the afternoon, and I will see what I can do for you." "Very well," said the woman, well satisfied.
Left to himself, John Somerville spent some time in reflection.
Difficulties encompassed him--difficulties from which he found it hard to find a way of escape.

He knew how difficult it would be to meet this woman's demand.

Gradually his countenance lightened.

He had decided what that something should be.
When Peg left John Somerville's apartments, it was with a high degree of satisfaction at the result of the interview.