The Great Secret

Purchase one of 1st World Library's Classic Books and help support our free internet library of downloadable eBooks. Visit us online at www.1stWorldLibrary.ORG - - I laid my papers down upon the broad mahogany counter and exchanged greetings with the tall frock-coated reception clerk who came smiling towards me. I should like a single room on the third floor east about the middle corridor I said. Can you manage that for me? 317 I had last time. He shook his head at once. I am very sorry Mr. Courage he said but all the rooms in that corridor are engaged. We will give you one on the second floor at the same price. I was about to close with his offer when with a word of excuse he hurried away to intercept some one who was passing through the hall. A junior clerk took his place and consulted the plan for a moment doubtfully.