"All right," said Melmotte. "I know all about it. Go on. I'm not sure but that Mr. Montague's retirement from among us may be an advantage. He could not be made to understand that unanimity in such an enterprise as this is essential. I am confident that the new director whom I have had the pleasure of introducing to you to-day will not sin in the same direction." Then Mr. Melmotte bowed and smiled very sweetly on Mr. Longestaffe.

"All right," said Melmotte. "I know all about it. Mr. Montague's retirement may be an advantage. He could not be made to understand that unanimity in such an enterprise is essential. I am confident that our new director will not sin in the same direction." Mr. Melmotte bowed and smiled very sweetly on Mr. Longestaffe.
