What he impressed upon Dorothy was the present danger of her love's display, and how his safety rested upon her not meeting with Richard for a space.

Surely that might be borne; it would not be for long.

Given room wherein to work, he, Mr.
Harley, would find some pathway out.

Also, it would be unwise to say aught of what had taken place to Dorothy's mother.

Mr.Harley and Dorothy would keep it secret from both Mrs.Hanway-Harley and Senator Hanway.