AT FIVE O’CLOCK EDWARD stood outside the reception area to John Elkhart’s office. Lola Albright's demeanor was anything but comfortable when she saw him. From Edward's point of view, she appeared to be searching for a location to hide when she saw him.

“I feel so horribly embarrassed, Mr. Slocum.”

Edward quickly figured out from John’s closed office door what was troubling her. “It’s not you who should feel embarrassed, Lola,” he replied, grindi...