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It was a lengthy communication from Baron
Romano, the Prime Minister in Edelweiss.
"'Preliminary agreement signed before hearing Blithers had bought
London, Paris, Berlin. He cables his immediate visit to G. Object now
appears clear. All newspapers in Europe print despatches from America
that marriage is practically arranged between R. and M. Interviews
with Blithers corroborate reported engagement. Europe is amused.
Editorials sarcastic. Price on our securities advance two points on
confirmation of report. We are bewildered. Also vague rumour they
have eloped, but denied by B. Dawsbergen silent. What does it all
mean? Wire truth to me. People are uneasy. Gourou will meet you in
Paris.'"
[Illustration: "I shall pray for continuous rough weather"]
In the adjoining suite, Miss Guile was shaking Mrs. Gaston out of a
long-courted and much needed sleep. The poor lady sat up and blinked
feebly at the excited, starry-eyed girl.
"Wake up!" cried Bedelia impatiently. "What do you think? I have a
perfectly wonderful suspicion--perfectly wonderful.


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