Linrock is bad internally.

My job is to make it good." "A splendid and worthy task," replied Miss Sampson warmly.

"I wish you success.

But, Mr.Steele, aren't you exaggerating Linrock's wickedness ?" "No," he answered forcibly.
"Indeed! And papa refused to see you--presumably refused to cooperate with you ?" she asked thoughtfully.
"I take it that way." "Mr.Steele, pray tell me what is the matter with Linrock and just what the work is you're called upon to do ?" she asked seriously.

"I heard papa say that he was the law in Linrock.