him—she's a good sort when she wants to be, and talks about having him meet influential people—publishers, I suppose she means. Mother said he wasn't connected with any Crosbys she ever heard of, and dad looked him up in Who's Who? and not finding him asked me how long I'd known him and what clubs he belonged to. Connie thinks he's quite charming, but doesn't understand women! Yes, I thought you'd smile. But what I want to know is, what does Judy think of him?"
"She's rather interested," said Madame Claire. "What do you think of him yourself, Noel?"
"One of the decentest fellows I ever knew."
"But hasn't a bob, I understand," remarked Eric. "Judy's a brave girl if she doesn't funk it. If only she had something of her own. . . ."
Madame Claire nodded.
"Yes, that would make all the difference. However, I'm certain nothing's been said, and I rather think nothing will be said, unless . . ." But she changed her mind about finishing her sentence.
"And what's your own news, Noel?" asked Eric. "Have you settled everything with Teal, about going to Germany?"
"Yes, thanks to you. Reparations Committee. And I haven't spoken a word of German, except
