CHAPTER 10Macdonald saw Rhodian again just before the train reached Paddington. “No use asking you to eat with me somewhere this evening?” inquired the latter, but Macdonald shook his head.
“Afraid not. I’ve got a spot of work to do, one way and the other.”
“A pity. I should have liked it. I’m going along to the film studio to see a run through, after I’ve got rid of my spot of bother in there.” He indicated the compartment where Mrs. Stamford was seated, and his grin was not very respectful.
“You’re intending to get back to the States pretty soon, I gather?” inquired Macdonald, and Rhodian nodded.
“Yes. In a week or two. Depends on when the Clipper will take me. One can’t make one’s own plans these days. They’re made for one. So long. Glad I met you, though sorry the occasion called f
