for he did not wish to put in plain words the question
he wished to convey -- "of that other matter -- of that
in which your nephew is concerned?"

"I gave my solemn promise to Willi to say nothing,"
said Anna, "and I am not one who ever breaks my
word, Mr. Hegner."

"That I am sure you are not! And Frau Bauer?
Do not attempt to write to the Fatherland henceforth.
Your letters would be opened, your business all spied
out, and then the letters destroyed! I am at your
disposal for any information you require. Come in
and see us sometimes," he said cordially. "Let me
see -- today is Wednesday. How about Sunday?
Come in on Sunday night, if you can do so, and have
a little supper. You may have news of interest to
my business to give me, and in any case it is pleasant
to chat among friends."

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