14/17 Your own niece that is called Patsy, she also told me much about you, and of your kindness to her and the other young signorini. Before I left New York a banker of much dignity informed me you would sail on the ship 'Princess Irene.' If a mistake has been made, signore, it is yours, and not mine. Is your memory clearer now ?" Uncle John laughed frankly. The rascal was too clever for him to dispute with. "But there is ample time for you to reflect upon the matter. |