'Go down and have a talk with your brokers about the War Loan.

Arrive there about twelve o'clock and don't go upstairs till you have met a friend.
You'd better have a quick luncheon at your club, and then come to Traill's bookshop in the Haymarket at two.

You can get back to Biggleswick by the 5.16.' I did as I was bid, and twenty minutes later, having travelled by Underground, for I couldn't raise a taxi, I approached the block of chambers in Leadenhall Street where dwelt the respected firm who managed my investments.

It was still a few minutes before noon, and as I slowed down a familiar figure came out of the bank next door.
Ivery beamed recognition.

'Up for the day, Mr Brand ?' he asked.