It took place in a private room, and Mr. Hersheimmer's orders were brief and forcible.
In order to avoid being eavesdropped, Mr. Hersheimmer organized the meeting in private.
mnli hypothesis: In order to avoid being eavesdropped, Mr. Hersheimmer organized the meeting in private. premise: It took place in a private room, and Mr. Hersheimmer's orders were brief and forcible.