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Stern suddenly paused and picked up a paper, with which he proceeded to cover his face. The reason became apparent, as Burles looked towards the door. Lady Altamont stood there, a queer, hard smile on her face.
Despite her smile she seemed anxious about something. She sauntered on, exchanging a word with one and another, until she came to Burles' table. Then she made a significant gesture in the direction of the door. Burles sauntered after her.