Eagle River review. [volume] (Eagle River, Wis.) 1890-1927, 1903-11-13
CHAPTER VI.

espionage upon Beatrice, as her changed
manners toward the banker indicated
something more than ordinary courtesy.
Impatiently he waited for Marsden's re-
turn from the bank.
Beatrice proffered her usual services
when he came and even used brush on
the coat for an uncommonly long period
after the banker had gone to the dining
room. A servant fortunately called the
count from his place of observation by
politely stating that Mr.. Marsden desired
his presence. During the counts absence
Beatrice hastily secured and perused Vic
tors letter, which she had taken from
it's secret hiding place, and little later
also entered the dining room.
Her joyful countenance was sufficient
to arouse BozelPs suspicious that for a
second time he had missed an opportu-
nifty to detect some mystery, and he con-
cluded to change his tactics. He rose
from the table, excusing his hasty de-
parture by the pressure of important
business affairs. After he left, Marsden
spoke to his ward regarding the STRAIT
more invitation:
"Well, Beatrice have you come to any
conclusion? Is Countess Stratmores in
vitation acceptableY"
eyes, papa; and having lately felt a
little fatigued I believe the change to
country air will be beneficial to me-"
"When do you intend to start?'
"As soon as possible"
81 will notify Countess Stratmore of
the time of your arrival"
Beatrice thanked him, and then he
withdrew to the library, where he pre-
tended to write to the countess. What
| 1t =.
However, Beatrice felt relieved as soon
as it was dispatched by the evening mail.
She hoped to leave within twenty-four
hours, in order to escape Count BoZelps
presence for a time at least.
The count, in Withdrawing from the
room, had not Immediately quilted the
house. Noticing the bankers coat in the
cloakroom, he reached for it, rummaging
through the pockets and finally detected
small slit that Beatrice had left par
TALLY unstitched. An ironical smile
overspread his features. It looked sus-
picious, he argued, and he concluded to
consult Mr.. Toilet, clerk with Mars
den 81 Raymond Mr.. Follet was his
intimate friend and had served the count
on several occasions, and he was highly
flattered by the counts friendship.
Quite unexpectedly he entered Toilets
room, shook hands and proffered a cigar
which he had distracted from his
friends morocco case. Adroitly he allud-
ed, during his conversation with Follet,
to the latter's dependent position; prom
ised his influence in securing an advance
ment, and urgently advised him to gain
his employers good will.
your faithful services should have Sc
cured you better remuneration long
ago." he insinuated. Partially seems
to be shown. Try to exert a great deal
of courtesy and you will succeed in
time"
''Victor Raymond seems to monopolize
his favor SO much that / can hardly find
an opportunity to come in contact or APP
proach my superior, save in a business
way. For instance, Raymond assists
him every morning in putting off and
taking charge of his overcoat-no Won
der he is the favorite."
you are mistaken, my friend; Mr.
Marsden dislikes the young man and
would be greatly obliged to any one who
could offer a plausible excuse for his dis
charge"
Follet's eyes glittered.
He secured the position promised to
me-"
exactly For this reason Victor Ray
mond must be put. aside-understand?
Follow my advice, and we will have the
fine fellow ousted in no time. To-mor-
row morning-the banker will be here
q little earlier than usual and before
Raymond comes-take charge of your
principals overcoat, examine closely II
there is not something hidden in the col.
lar, and should you detect accidentally q
piece of paper, do not fail to draw Mars.
denis attention to it. Act prudently and
you can gain the object you DESIRE"
Are you certain of the existence Of
some gamer
II will not say Suffice it have my
reasons for it. This young man stands
in my way, too; therefore, let us COM
bine forces for his downfall. You shall
not suffer by it. You know 1 am going
to marry Miss Albenson, Marsden's
ward"
Count Bozell shook hands with the
young man and departed. He met his
friend, Marsden, in good spirits, but as
it was already late they soon retired.
Quickly the count passed into the dining
room, set the hands of the clock an hour
ahead and then entered his private sleep
ing apartment.
The next morning the breakfast bell
rang before the banker had arisen. Ac
customed to punctuality. he was little
nettled, but quickly dressed, made his
toilet and appeared only a few moments
later than his friend, Count Ludwig Bo-
zell.
After breakfast, which was taken
little hastily by the banker, Marsden and
the count left the house AT noon Bea-
trlce anxiously awaited the coming OF
her step-father. When he came he hand
ed her his oyercoat.
Beatrice was alone presently and she
turned pale. The little secret pocket
was empty Not one syllable from Vic