His heart
ached for Mornway, but he was glad the inevitable step was to be
taken without further delay.
"Everything is settled," the Governor repeated, "and I want you to
notify the press that I have decided to reappoint Fleetwood."
Shackwell bounded from his seat. "Good heavens!" he ejaculated.
"To reappoint Fleetwood," the Governor repeated, "because at the
present juncture of affairs he is the only man for the place. The
work we began together is not finished, and I can't finish it
without him. Remember the vistas opened by the Lead Trust
investigation--he knows where they lead and no one else does. We
must put that inquiry through, no matter what it costs us, and that
is why I have sent for you to take this letter to the 'Spy.'"
Shackwell's hand drew back from the proffered envelope.
"You say you don't want my advice, but you can't expect me to go on
such an errand with my eyes shut. What on earth are you driving at?
Of course Fleetwood will persist in refusing."
Mornway smiled.
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