Then it was postmarked from one of the most, fashionable summer resorts of the country.
Finally, it was sealed with wax, then very unusual, and the wax bore the impression of a crest.

They were all rather disappointed when Peter put that letter in his pocket, without opening it.
Peter read the letter at his office that morning.

It was as follows: GREY-COURT, July 21st.
DEAR.

OLD MAN-- Like a fool I overslept myself on the morning you left, so did not get my talk with you.

You know I never get up early, and never can, so you have only your refusal to let me in that night to blame for our not having a last chat.