Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-09-18
Have to-" questioned Lorrimer, his


eyes narrowing a little.
Yes. have to-" answered Lorrain, low
ering his voice and speaking slowly You
must not forget that you took the blame
on your own shoulders and that 1t rests
there yet. Would the old man desire a
director who had confessed to forgery in
France?"
It was an old. old situation. trite in fic-
ton. hackneyed on the stage. and yet, in
spite of its having hung over him for
years. it suddenly took living shape be-
fore Lorrimer's eyes. For a moment his
mouth weakened. and then 1t once more
hardened into its habitual calm deter
mination. typical OF the modern man OF
business.
You were the favorite." he stated. in
matter-of-fact tones. Il took the blame
to temper the blow az much as possible
to our father. 1 think that Mr.. Banning
ton would believe me and understand. AS
neither Of our parents Is now living there
Is no longer any inducement for me to re-
tain my false position. and IL you make
any disclosures. you alone would be the
loser. You would lose even the false title
you wear"
is not a question of choice with me- he
said. IF | don't get the money, I go
under anyway. 1t is entirely up to you
II cannot wait longer. said Lorrimer.
Here is my address; you may call and
see me any evening"
the money by day after tomorrow" said
Lorrain. as his brother started to leave
the room. Lorrimer made no sign. and,
after following him to the door. Lorrain
Il still have a leverage on him." he NUT
tered. and If he does not give in grace
fully. l shall squeeze"
Again he turned from the window, and
again he found himself face TO face with
his brother. For the first time he noted
no -
come q musician he asked.
Lorrimer glanced down at the case. but
paid no attention to the question. Il
would help you il could he said. but
enough to leave the country. but as for
advancing ten thousand dollars-it is out
Of the question
The cornet case had given Lorrafn an
idea He felt sure that no musical in
strument was inside. but that the case
was used to carry important papers with
out attracting attention. Il do not want
to cause you trouble" he said. candidly,
''but / must have money. I have over
heard the old man talking to Dick, and
know there is some kind Of q big deal on.
Give me straight, inside tip. and III hnd
some way to turn 1t into money"
Lorrimer clinched his hand hercely.
you may as well drop that" he said,
but while this has ruined my reputation
in France. it has not ruined my sense OF
honor. / shall never reveal a single Sc
cret.''
1T would be much the easiest way"
said Iorrain. with Irritating composure.
II don't want to be forced to resort to ex-
IRENE measures. but you can help me IL
you willard intend that you SHALL
You may do whatever you please"
answered Lorrimer. firmly. Il wash my
hands of you"
He left the room abruptly and LOrrain
seated himself at the center table. For
q while he sat with Q thoughtful frown
on his brow, and then with Q pleased
smile he sprang to his feet. and. crossing
the hall. he left the house by the side
door. Soon after this a low whistle
floated out from clump OF bushes in
which rested a bench.
CHAPTER XVI.
Dick Steers: Cupid Picks the Path.
Il had been Q busy day for Dick ana