Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1916-06-25

| mel, ana again INTO the Deauty par
lors. Madame Sutro was pinning on
her hat, evidently preparing to go out
for dinner. Except for the splintered
street door, there was no sign Of
the raid" which had threatened to
disturb the serenity Of the place, and
the liberty of its occupants.
81 think we are under obligations
to Miss Jenkins" said Slatern, giving
Mona the name she had offered to
Madame Sutro. What do you think
your services are worth to u.s." he
asked, plugging his hands into his
pockets.
The girl made gesture of protest.
mot dollar told you was
not doing it for money--but to get
back at Carsonl | rather think he
will be sorry before he is through"
Slatern grunted. Have it your
wayl But just the same am not
a man to forget favor. Suppose
you call at my office in the morning?
It is just possible that we can be
of mutual benefit to each other"
"I'll come" promised Mona, as
Slatern led the way to the street door.
She smiled farewell, and made her
way down the steps and to the street,
conscious that both Slatern and Mad
anne Sutro were staring after her.
Mary and Carson were anxiously
waiting for her when she reached her
apartment. The two listened in
amazement as she told of the exciting
events that had marked her introduce
ton to Madame Sutro, and of the
success which had so far attended
her efforts as amateur detective.
Il am to see Slatern in the morn
Ing" she finished. II have an idea
that he is going to suggest that !
enter his employ in the same capacity
in which he thinks | worked for you
Mr.. Carson.
She was right. When she called on
the political boss next day he was
plainly much taken, not only with
the cleverness OF his visitor, but with
her charms, and made it clear that
he considered himself much the
gamer and Carson much the loser
by her change Of masters.
"You can be Of much help to me,
he went on. As first step, make up
your differences with Carson"
why should do that" asked
Mona.
Slatern winked. $50 that you can
keep me informed of his plans. Don,
you see my drift? If you can make
him think you are devoted to his re-
form plans, you can let me know in
advance of anything in the wind"
Gee, but you are smartT cried
Mona admiringly.
ooh, they will have to get up early
to get ahead of Sam SlaternP ad-
mitted the Boss, putting his chest.
Mona promised to meet him at
Madame Sutro's place for little in
formal luncheon at noon, and hur-
ried back to her apartment, where
she found Mary waiting for her.
"Quickp she commanded. The
time has come for you to take your
part. Are you ready?"
TRY mel said Mary impatiently.
A few minutes later the two sepa-
rated, Mary to repair to job print
er's and Mona to make her way
leisurely to Madame Sutro's. Slatern
was punctual, and few moments att
er noon found the trio gathered
around cosy little table in Madame
Sutro's own room, enjoying a really
delicious menu.
Slatern was obliged to leave hur-
riedly before the colored maid served
the dessert but he remained long
enough to give further evidences Of
the high admiration he was beginning
to have for Mona. In fact, Madame
Sutro, after his departure, patted the
girl on the shoulder, and told hei
confidcntially, IF you keep up, dearie
you will have Dan Slatern eating Out
Of your handP
Mona laughed and her confusion
was covered by call for the pro
prietress. Mona followed, for she
had very definite idea as to the iden
i tity OF the new customer. 1t was
Mary. Mona did not show herself
during the interview that followed
an interview having to do with an ap
pointment for the first of series o.
facial messages. Mary took her de
parture, with a promise to return fol
her treatment in an hour. AS tht
door closed behind her, Mona sprane
into the waiting-room, and called tc
Madame Sutro.
who was that woman" she de
manded.
The madame gave her a neatly
printed card, which Mary had left
and on which Mona read the name
"Mrs. Reginald Travers Wentworth.
She looked up with gasp.
"She is putting one over on you,'
she snapped. "Her real name is Dori
Greenland she is a detective TO
Carson"
Madame Sutro flushed. "Are 20,
sure"
"Of course ami Don't know til,
huzzyi l haven't any reason to for
get her"
Madame beckoned the girl back t.
her private office, and got Slattern Oh
the telephone. The boss swore at thi
new evidence of Carson's persistence
and asked to talk to Mona.
"Can you follow the woman AM
discover what she is up tor he asked
"Surest thing you knowP
"Then do It'll I'll be there when sh'
comes backp And Slattern hung bacl
the receiver with a jerk. Mona hur
lriedly told Madame Sutro of Slatern'
instructions, and made quick exit
leaving Madame to revolve gloomil,
the prospect Of another raid"
Mona found no difficulty in picking
up Mary trail. In fact, the othe
girl was waiting for her at a corne
drug store, and the two enjoyed
pleasant hours chat, while waiting
for the time Of Mary's appointment
at the beauty parlors,