From the clash of two natures so thoroughly different as those of the two men, played off against one another with all the delicate manipulation of Miss Le Mesurier's experienced hand, there was much enjoyment to be anticipated for the purely disinterested spectator which he intended to be.

Of the probable _denouement_ he formed no conception, and in fact avoided purposely any temptation to do so.

He preferred that the play should unroll itself in a series of delightful surprises.

The one question which he asked himself at this time was whether Drake might not decline to act his proper and assigned part.

He glanced at him as they walked along.