"But I have no objection to saying that large sums of money, coming from Sir Gilbert Carstairs, have certainly been passed through Mr.
Paley's banking account here, and I suppose Mr.Paley has made the investments which Sir Gilbert desired--in fact, I know he has.

And--I should suggest you call on Mr.Paley himself." We went away upon that, and it seemed to me that Mr.Lindsey was somewhat taken aback.

And we were no sooner clear of the bank than Mr.
Portlethorpe, a little triumphantly, a little maliciously, turned on him.
"There! what did I say ?" he exclaimed.

"Everything is in order, you see, Lindsey! I confess I'm surprised to hear about those American investments; but, after all, Sir Gilbert has a right to do what he likes with his own.

I told you we were running our heads against the wall--personally, I don't see what use there is in seeing this Mr.Paley.
We're only interfering with other people's business.