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And an operation on the scale you propose could not be conducted without some degree of--er--audacity." "It means a forced run," assented M.Dupin.
"If, on reflection--" the Major hesitated.
"Excuse me, but there is no time.

For reasons of our own, my firm must clear the stuff before the end of April; that is why we offer it at the price.

Three gross, with six ankers of the colouring stuff gratis--and the tubs ready slung.

It must be 'yes' or 'no'; if you decline, then I have another customer on the string." "The end of April, you say ?" The Major refilled his glass and mused, holding it up against the last gleam of daylight.
"We could ship it on the 27th or 28th.