I can reply to that in a sentence--nothing that is to their discredit! They are two thoroughly estimable and trustworthy gentlemen, so far as we are aware." "Then there _is_ a Mr.John Paley ?" demanded Mr.Lindsey, who was obviously surprised.
The manager, evidently, was also surprised--by the signs of Mr.
Lindsey's surprise.
"Mr.John Paley is a stockbroker in this city," he replied.

"Quite well known! The fact is, we--that is, I--introduced Sir Gilbert Carstairs to him.

Perhaps," he continued, glancing from one gentleman to the other, "I had better tell you all the facts.

They're very simple, and quite of an ordinary nature.

Sir Gilbert Carstairs came in here, introducing himself, some months ago.