"
It read as follows: "Linda. Important paper discovered; communicate at
once with Q.A.S., Eastborough."
He enclosed a check to cover a fortnight's insertion; then walked down
State Street to the post office to mail his letter. When he returned,
Mr. Lawrence informed him that his father was in his private office. His
father greeted him pleasantly, but not effusively; in fact, any marked
exhibition of approval or disapproval was foreign to the Sawyer
character, while the Quincys were equally notable for their reticence
and imperturbability.
"When shall we have the pleasure of your continued presence at home?"
asked the father.
"To-night," replied Quincy, with a smile, "I shall be with you at
dinner, stay all night, and take breakfast with you."
"I trust your long visit will not oblige you to neglect other more
important matters," said the father.
"Oh, no!" answered Quincy. "I have looked out for that."
"And when do you think your health will allow you to resume your
position in the office?" inquired the Hon. Nathaniel.
"That is very uncertain," replied Quincy.
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