But I fear I shall have to disappoint you in one particular: I can hardly leave my business here at loose ends and go back with you at once, as, I gather, is your desire." Pete's face fell.
"How long will it take you ?" "Let me consider.

I shall have to arrange for other lawyers to appear for me in cases now pending, which will imply lengthy consultations and crowded days.

It will be very inconvenient and may not have the happiest results.

But I will do the best I can to meet your wishes, and will stretch a point in your favor, hoping it may be remembered when we come to discuss final terms with each other.

Shall we say a week ?" He tapped his knuckles with the folded letter and added carelessly: "And, of course, I shall have to pack, and all that.