As a matter of fact, however, that little excitement you created last night resulted in a perfect understanding between us." "_I_ created!" "You, of course.

Miss Merrick does not care to meet you again.

You will do well to avoid her in the future." "I don't believe you, Weldon.

You're bluffing." "Am I?
Then dare to annoy Miss Merrick again and I'll soon convince you of my sincerity." With this parting shot he walked away, leaving Mershone really at a loss to know whether he was in earnest or not.

To solve the question he called a taxicab and in a few minutes gave his card to the Merrick butler with a request to see Miss Louise.
The man returned with a message that Miss Merrick was engaged.
"Please tell her it is important," insisted Mershone.
Again the butler departed, and soon returned.
"Any message for Miss Merrick must be conveyed in writing, sir," he said, "She declines to see you." Mershone went away white with anger.