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He
thought of beginning a letter to John, but hesitated, and when Enright
returned he found him with pen in hand.
"A trifling task," the attorney smiled easily. "All ready for your
signature, too. You sign there, the second line. But wait--we must
have witnesses."
Simms, the butler, and the doorman were called in and wrote their names
to the document and then withdrew, after which Enright began folding it
carefully.
"I presume you leave this in my care?" he asked shortly.
Cavendish shook his head: "I think not. I prefer holding it myself in
case it is needed suddenly. I shall keep my rooms, and my man Valois
will remain there indefinitely. Now as to your charges."
A nominal sum was named and paid, after which Cavendish rose, picked up
his hat and stick and turned to Enright.
"You have obliged me greatly," he smiled, "and, of course, the
transaction will be considered as strictly confidential." And then
seeing Enright's nod bade him a courteous "Good night."
The attorney watched him disappear. Suddenly he struck the table with
one hand.


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