Then I'm only manager; I hold no shares." "If you wished, you could buy enough to give you some control." "Yes; I shall do so, now I'm able." "Well," said Allott, "Helen sent me to look you up and gave me a message.

This money was something of a surprise, and after building a vinery and buying a new car, she doesn't know what to do with it.

I pointed out that it could be invested on good security at three or four per cent., but she declares this is not enough.

In short, she's resolved that you are to use the money to develop your mine, but she ordered me to mention that she expects a handsome profit." Thirlwell smiled, although he was moved.

He knew Mrs.Allott had tried to help him before, and it was plain that she had not resented his refusing her aid.
"I think I see," he answered.