New-York tribune., 1908-05-24

up and down the columns, and among other in
formation which he had gathered IN a few moments
was the fact that Logothetis yacht had passed
Cape St Vincent, going east owner and party on
board The previous telegram had not escaped
him. and if he had entertained any doubts as to the
destination of the Erinna, they vanished now: She
was rtainly bound for the Mediterranean He re-
11embered having heard that many steam yachts
coming from England put into Gibraltar tor coal
and fresh provisions coal being cheaper there tha
in French and Italian ports and he thought II
probable that the Erinna would do the same ne
also made some deductions which need not be eX-
planned vet
The only one worth mentioning here that
Logothet would be likely to hear in Gibraltar that
his ruby had been found and on its way PACK TO
England. and as he would know that MargaIeI
would be anxious about it as he had already gwen
il to her he would hardly let the occasion OF COM
nlunicating with her go by. As for writing from
Gibraltar to any place whatsoever IN the nope Vildi d
letter will arrive in less than week 1t IS sheer folly
Van Torp had never tried it. and supposed 1t pos
sble. as it looked but he was toleraby sure that
Logothet would telegraph first and had perhaps maps
done SO already. for the news OF his passing cape
St Vincent was already twentv-four hours old.
THIS was precisely what had happened When
Van Torp opened his door he came upon Margaret
and Mrs RllshmOre on the landing, on the point OF
going out for a walk. and a servant had Just brought
the pr1na donna a telegram when she was reaoins s
aloud 50 that the American could not help hearing
her.
Cruising till wanted She read quickly Ruby
found Address, Yacht Erinna Naples.
She heard Van Torp close the door, though she
had not heard him open it. and turning found herself
face to face with him Her eyes were sparkling with
anger .,
Every sorry" he said !" | couIdn help hearing
Its of no consequence for should have told
YOU" Margaret answered briefly.
He argued we'll for himself from her tone and
manner; but he chose show that he would not
force his company upon her just then, when she
was in visible rage and instead of stopping to eX-
change more words he passed the two women, hat IN
hand and bowling rather low, alter ms manner
he quietly down stairs ~
Margaret watched him till he disappeared
like that man, she said, as II to herself but audioiy
Il cannot help 1t
Mrs Rrsbmore was more than delighted; but had
tact enough not to make any answer to speech
that had probably not been meant for her ears
Perhaps she said. YOU would rather not go out
Margaret was grateful for the suggestion, and
they turned back into their rooms
MEANWHILE Van Torp had reached the door of
Nl the hotel. and found Lady Maud standing there
with her paraso up. for the was streaming IN
II was waiting for you, she said simply, as soon
as he reached her side, and stepped out INTO the
street Il thought you would come down, and
wanted to speak to you; for | did not get chance
last night They both watching me. probably
because they thought was Ill, and had to chatter
like a magpie to keep up appearances.
You did it very well -" Van Torp said. If had
not seen YOUR face at the window when | got out OF
the automobile yesterday. shouldn have guessed
there was anything wrong
thing can hardly bear to think of, though l must.
until know the truth
They turned into the first deserted street.
Il dare say can give guess at what 1t IS, Van
Torp answered gravely. =" | went to see HIM alone
Yesterday on purpose. before he started, and must
saw if it wasn't for the beard, I'd feel pretty sure
He had a beard when | married him. and 1t
like that-iust like that Lady MaudS voice
shook audibly for She felt cold, in the sunshine
Il didn't know Van Torp answered That
alters the case If we are not mistaken what can
do be1r Lots had pDi hat