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All the same, it was with a feeling that all was going well that Burles had hurriedly descended from his cab and crossed the strip of red cloth leading to No. 14, Vernon-terrace. His dress was an efficient disguise, and the black mask on his face precluded any chance of discovery.
Therefore it was that he gave the name of the Honourable Rupert Lancaster without hesitation. The name seemed to be well-known there, for the man marking off the list of guests did not so much as ask for the card of invitation.