Chapter 31 A NEW SWITCH

"In that case, it will be another long while before I see you again?" he said at last. "That troubles me-especially as there are times when a friend is very essential!"

Cherami shook his head, rubbed his chin, and added, between his teeth:

"I haven't my cue at this moment-I need it damnably!"

Gustave glanced at the ex-beau, whose piteous e