The idea was all right; an association for the special management on thoroughly honest lines of women's affairs.
They'd better get rid of that hulking young clerk, Bertie Adams, and staff the entire concern with capable women.

He himself would always remain in the background, giving them ideas from time to time, and if any were taken up merely being paid his fees and commissions.
David Vavasour Williams, privately consulted by Norie, put forward no objection.

He disliked Beryl and was increasingly shy of his rather clandestine work on the fifth floor of the Midland Insurance Chambers; besides, if and when he were called to the Bar, he would have to cease all connection with _Fraser and Warren_.

The consent of Vivie was obtained through the Power of Attorney she had left behind.

A new deed of partnership was drawn up.