The Waterbury Democrat., 1934-12-15
SYNOPSIS

SYNOPSIS ANN HOLLISTER, pretty and
 20, finds work tn a library. She
 falls in love with TONY
 MlCKLE, though warned against
 him by her rOOm-mate, SARAH
 KENT.
 Later Ann meets PETER 4 KENDALL, wealthy and prOmi.
 nent and engaged to VALERIA
 BENNETT, society girl. Without
 Peters knowledge Valeria goes
 about with a gay set. One night
 she attends n party at which
 man IS shot. Peter, learning how
 Valeria has deceived him, tells
 her their engagement Is at an end.
 The same day Ann breaks her
 engagement to Tony. She and
 Peter meet in a restaurant and discuss their mutual unhappi- ness. When he asks her to mar " him she agrees. They are mar
 ried that night and set out for Florida.
 In the days that follow Peter is disturbed by the realization that he Is deeply attracted by his pretty "friend wife" A telegram arrives, calling him home.
 CHAPTER XVII
 Ann knew Peter was angry by the look on his face when they arrived at their apartment and found only Paul Johnson there Every member of the Kendall fam fly was conspicuous by absence.
 Hell. and congratulations to both of you," Paul said. "You're right on schedule"
 Peter introduced him to Ann. Paurs eyes rested approvingly on her.
 Got your letter a week ago, Peter. Marcia and I got out that day and found this place. Hope it suits.'
 Thanks, Paul. It was awfully good of you and Marcia. And nice of you to be here. The place is fine"
 Marcia and will be over soon. I'll be getting along now"
 Ann suspected that Paul Johnson was relieved to get away, that he was a little embarrassed by the situation.
 The apartment he and his wife had selected was in an exclusive neighborhood. Ann and Peter went from room to room.
 Hike it?" Peter queried.
 "It's so big" Ann said faintly. "So luxurious. I'll never get used to it."
 "All right every other way ?" Peters eyes, a little anxious, were on her face.
 Perfect. It's only that I'll be lost in all this magnificence. Hon. estly, Peter, it's like a house. didn't know they made apartments this big"
 There was a large, beautifully furnished living room, two guest rooms. On the other side, Peter and Ann's suit. Her room at the front and his at the back with small cozy sitting room. done in bright chintz, in between.
 Swell" Ann said, when she reached this room. Peter smiled Are you tired? Why don't you turn in?"
 "After a while. I want to get with this place before I go to bed"
 Peter said, knocking ashes into a cigaret tray. II don't want you to bother with entertaining me. You're to do exactly as you please, you know"
 "Yes. know"
 5he went into the kitchen and stood for a moment staring ab- sently about, scarcely seeing the perfect equipment.
 What had Peter meant? Was he neing thoughtful, reminding her that, she was to be free of wifely in her plans? Or did It mean that Peter was serving notice. now that they were back, hat he intended to follow his own fife?
 She heard the phone ring, Some one was calling who evidently knew of their arrival. She could hear Peters deep voice answering. Millicent was saying, Hello, Peter. I've been out of town. Only just heard this minute that yod were back"
 "Telling the truth ?"
 Have l ever used alibis?"
 Sorry, Mil"
 "Mother is giving a dinner party Tor Carol tonight. Of course it was deliberate slap at Ann. You needn't expect too much of Mother. If you could have seen how feath- srs flew around the old coop! Cheerful news?"
 Peter scowled blackly into the phone. "Well, at least I'm not You can tell her for me that she can count me out. too" "I'll describe your tone of voice which would be better. Whats ,he 1ike-your new wife?"
 Come over and find out"
 "I think I will run over-now."
 Peter hung up the phone, feel ng better. Millicent's frienship pr enmity were not to be taken r o<,o Ev~1o~o