Heavy, important steps sounded upon the office platform. The door opened and in came Mr. E. Holliday Kendnick. Captain Obed had known of the great man's expected arrival, but he had not expected it so early in the day. E. Holliday wore a luxurious fur-lined coat and looked as prosperous and important as ever, but also so it seemed to the captain he looked disturbed and puzzled and angry.