Markets, credits, collections, all demand the very closest attention." Jack glanced at his father's face.

For the first time he noticed how deep-cut were the lines that indicated care, anxiety and worry.

A sudden remorse seized him.
"I am awfully sorry, sir," he said, "I have not been of much help to you." Maitland waved his hand as if dismissing the suggestion.

"Now you know nothing of the financial side, but you do know men and you can handle them.

You proved that in the war, and, in another way, you proved that during this recent athletic contest.