Two or three gentlemen had already arrived; they were no strangers to Denzil, and a lively conversation at once sprang up.

In a few minutes the door again opened to admit Mr.William Glazzard.

The chairman of the evening came forward with lounging steps.

Regardless of the others present, he fixed his eye upon Quarrier, and examined him from head to foot.

In this case, also, introduction was unnecessary.
"You have lost no time," he remarked, holding out his hand, and glancing from the young man to Mr.Liversedge.
"Your brother has given you a hint ?" said the latter.
"Oh yes! How am I to phrase my introductory remarks ?" "Quite without reference to the political topic." The others murmured an approval.
"Eustace well again ?" asked Quarrier.