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Some matters of business routine called Ned Newton from the room while Tom was still telephoning, and when the financial manager returned he heard his chum say:
"Well, of course if it's all arranged there isn't anything more to be said, I suppose. " A pause. Then: "Of course I'll come over to see you off. But -- it's pretty sudden. What's that? Oh, yes, of course. " Then the good-bye.