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vi CONTENTS
4 Domain Modeling 93
Overview 94
“Things” in the Problem Domain 94
The Entity-Relationship Diagram 100
The Domain Model Class Diagram 103
The State Machine Diagram—Identifying Object Behavior 114
Chapter Summary 122
Key Terms 123
Review Questions 123
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e cle
trac-
age s hav e bee
total covera n entered, the system CASE STUDY
its. Af ter all the cov
er-
e system fin in each item to be ge against ensures the
and adds pu oth er cars on all oth er ranges,
the item to ds the price of the item r- must identi the policy. Finally, including
purchase, the ticket. fy all the the custom
the At the end age of tim drivers and TheEyesHaveIt.com er Book Exchange notice that the book has been shipped. After the seller re-
The system clerk indicates the of the e the the percen ceives notice that a listed book has been sold, the seller
the contra
compares end
the total am of the sale. to be added, y drive the car. If TheEyesHaveIt.com t- Book Exchange is a type of e-busi-
cto the n another use a new dri ver must notify the buyer via e-mail within 48 hours that the
ou
acceptable, r’s current credit lim nt against driver —is
inv oke casness
e— Adexchangeisthat does business entirely on the Internet. purchase is noted. Shipment of the order must be made
an electron
finalizes the
sale. The
it and, if it
is At the end d. d new
The company acts as a clearinghouse for buyers and sell- within 24 hours after the seller sends the notification e-
ic system cre of the pro
tractor’s cre ticket for the items, ate dates the
policy cess, the ers of used books.
dit and the con s amount, and , calculates a new
system up- mail. The seller sends a notification to the buyer and The-
the sale. Som limit is reduced by - prints the premi To offer
um
books for sale, a person must register with EyesHaveIt.com when the shipment is made.
e con tra cto the am ou to be ma upd ate
of their pu nt iled to the d policy sta
TheEyesHaveIt.com. The person must provide a current
rchases, so rs like to keep a rec of 3. Given the policy ow tement After receiving the notice of shipment, TheEyesHaveIt.
details be they reques ord following ner. physical address and telephone number as well as a cur- com maintains the order in a shipped status. At the end of
printed. Ot t that tick tions for the list of
printout. hers aren’t et rent e-mail address. The system then maintains an open
interested previous car classes and associa- each month, a check is mailed to each seller for the book
A sale to in a the precon insurance account for this person. Access to the system as a seller is orders that have remained in a shipped status for 30 days.
ditions and system, list
into the cas the general public is case Add
a new veh
postcondit through
ions for thea secure, authenticated portal. The 30-day waiting period exists to allow the buyer to no-
h register, simply ent icle to an usecan list books on the system through a special
printed as and a pap ered Classes in existing po A seller tify TheEyesHaveIt.com if the shipment doesn’t arrive for
the er ticket is the system
be made by items are identified inc lud e:
licy. form. The form asks for all the pertinent informa-
Internet some reason or if the book isn’t in the same condition as
cash, check, . Pay ■ Policy
must enter
the or credit car ment can ■ Insure
tion about the book: its category, its general condition, and advertised.
the cash reg type of payment to d. The cle dPerson the asking price. A seller may list as many books as de-
rk If they want, buyers can enter a service code for the
ister balanc ensure tha ■ Insure
dVehicle
For credit t
card payme es at the end of the ■ Cover
sired. The system maintains an index of all books in the seller. The service code is an indication of how well the
credit car nts, the sys shift. age system so buyers can use the search engine to search for
d voucher tem ■ Stand seller is servicing book purchases. Some sellers are very
that the cus pri nts a ard Coverage books. The search engine allows searches by title, author,
2. Based on tomer mu coverages (lists stand active and use TheEyesHaveIt.com as a major outlet for
the st sign.
an activity following narrative ■ Stand
with prices
by rating
ard ins
category,
uranceand keyword. selling books. Thus, a service code is an important indica-
dia , develop ardVehicle
tion for the gram or a fully dev either
ever made) (lists all typ category) People who want to buy books come to the site and tor to potential buyers.
use case of eloped des es of veh
search
existing po Add a new crip- iclesfor the books they want. When they decide to buy, For this case, develop these diagrams:
licy in a car vehicle to Re they must open an account with a credit card to pay for the
A custom ins urance sys an lat ion ships in the
company er calls a tem. sys tem books. The system maintains all this information on secure 1. A domain model class diagram
and gives clerk at the ■ Policy include:
his policy insurance has Insure servers. 2. A list of uses cases and a use case diagram
enters this number. Th ■ Policy dPersons
informati e clerk has Ins (on e-t o-m When a purchase is made, TheEyesHaveIt.com sends 3. A fully developed description for two use cases:
the basic ins on, and the ■ Vehic uredVehicle any)
urance po system dis le has Coverages s (on e-to-man Add a seller and Record a book order
licy. The cle plays ■ Cover (one-to-m anye-mail
) notice to the seller of the book that was chosen
rk then che age is a typ any)as well as payment information. It also marks the book as 4. An SSD for each of the two use cases: Add a seller
cks ■ Vehic e of Stand
le is a Sta ardCoverage sold. The system maintains an open order until it receives and Record a book order
ndardVehic
le
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key domain classes, which you identified in Chapter 4: Also develop an activity diagram and draw
RealEstateOffice, Agent, and Listing. an SSD. Review the case materials in previous
When we wrote the first edition of this textbook, the world of system devel-
opment was in a major transition period—from structured methodologies to
object-oriented methodologies. We were among the first to introduce a compre-
hensive treatment of object-oriented methodologies, and Systems Analysis and
Design in a Changing World, Seventh Edition, continues to be the leader in
teaching UML and object-oriented techniques.
However, change continues. Today, many new initiatives and trends have
become firmly embedded in the world of system development. First and fore-
most is the ubiquitous access to the Internet throughout the global economy.
The resulting explosion of connectivity means that project teams are now dis-
tributed around the world. In addition, large providers (such as Microsoft) and a
proliferation of small providers now contribute to a wonderfully rich and varied
software development environment.
In order to manage system development teams in today’s distributed, fast-
paced, connected, ever-changing environment, the techniques for software de-
velopment and the approach to project management have expanded. Along with
the foundational project management principles, additional approaches and
philosophies provide new, success-oriented methodologies, such as Agile itera-
tive, incremental development approaches. These are thoroughly covered in this
edition.
Even though Systems Analysis and Design in a Changing World, Seventh
Edition, continues to be the leader in its field, with thorough treatment of such
topics as user stories, use cases, object-oriented modeling, comprehensive project
management, the Unified Modeling Language, and Agile techniques, it was time
to take another step forward in textbook design. This edition uses an innovative
approach to teaching systems analysis and design, taking advantage of the new
teaching tools and techniques that are now available. As a result, not only is sys-
tems analysis and design easier to learn by using this approach, it is also easier
to teach. It brings together the best approaches for teachers and students.
In this edition, we accomplish four major new objectives. First, we teach all
the essential principles of system development—principles that must be followed
in today’s connected environment. Second, we teach and explain the new meth-
odologies and techniques that are now available because of widespread connec-
tivity. Third, we have organized and revamped the textbook so that it teaches
these new concepts in a new way. Fourth, we created a set of short videos that
explain key concepts and walk the reader through UML diagrams to help with
understanding complex modeling.
For example, Chapter 1 presents a complete iteration in the development
of a new system. Students get to see that complete iteration—from beginning
to end (through implementation and testing)—before having to learn abstract
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principles or memorize terms. Also, the newly written running cases through-
out the book focus on current issues of communication and connectedness
and take the students through all aspects of system development. We have also
expanded the Instructor’s Materials and enhanced the aids available through
CourseMate, our online resource. Additional online chapters are also available
to enhance and extend the learning experience.
Finally, we updated and enhanced the set of over 30 short videos that ex-
plain key concepts in the text. These videos have been very well received and are
even better with the new edition. These videos are useful for blended and online
classes as well as traditional classes. The videos range from 3 to 10 minutes,
and provide just-in-time explanations for often difficult to understand concepts,
such as iterative development and Agile development, and illustrate important
techniques such as identifying user stories and use cases. Most importantly, the
videos show by demonstration how to read and interpret important UML mod-
els such as the domain model class diagrams, use case diagrams, sequence dia-
grams, and package diagrams. Understanding detailed UML models is finally
possible in a way no other text can match.
We are excited about this new approach. The time is right for new materials
and new tools for teaching systems analysis and design. Instructors will find this
textbook intuitive, powerful, and easy to use. Students will find it engaging and
empowering. Many concepts are presented so the students can teach themselves,
with coaching and direction provided by the professor. It will be an rewarding
experience to teach and learn with this textbook.
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tivity diagrams, and system sequence diagrams. The FURPS+ model is used to
emphasize functional and nonfunctional requirements.
Design principles and design patterns are discussed in depth, and system
architecture is modeled by using UML component diagrams and package dia-
grams. Detailed design models are also discussed in detail, with particular at-
tention given to use case realization with CRC cards, sequence diagrams, and
design class diagrams.
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Introduction to System
Development
Part ONE
Online Chapter A
The Role of the Systems Analyst
Chapter 1
From Beginning to End:
An Overview of Systems Analysis
and Design
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From Beginning to End:
An Overview of Systems
Analysis and Design
Chapter ONE
Learning Objectives
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
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Student
Support Database
System
System design
How the system will operate
to solve the problem
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“May I ask if my learned friend has any evidence to back up that
suggestion?” Sir Richard Tester asked quietly.
But Mr. Ruggles made no answer.
“The insinuation is in keeping with the rest of the case—
groundless,” Sir Richard continued.
“The bail will be as before,” the magistrate announced abruptly.
And John Gaunt, who stood in the dock, drew a deep breath of
relief.
CHAPTER XXXV
W HEN Lady Mildred was told that her sister had gone away in
the motor-car without leaving any message, she at once
jumped to the conclusion that her journey was to London. She had
been aware that Lady Ethel had been very anxious, and it was
natural to think that she might go to see John Gaunt with the idea of
affecting a reconciliation between herself and her husband.
The week’s solitude had somewhat softened her feelings, but
there still remained some bitterness. And perhaps, too, jealousy that
Gaunt would not make a sacrifice to retain her love.
But when the afternoon came to an end, she began to wait with
impatience her sister’s return, and her restlessness increased with
each passing hour. When at last the sound of the car could be heard
she ran eagerly to meet her.
“Where have you been? Why did you not tell me you were going?”
she demanded impetuously.
Lady Ethel smiled a little wanly as she threw off her furs.
“I have been to London. But let us go to your room, dear.”
The sisters did not speak again until they were alone and there
was great anxiety in Lady Mildred’s eyes.
“I have seen your husband.”
“Tell me at once. Why do you hesitate?” Lady Mildred cried
vehemently.
“It is difficult to explain what happened. It was as I thought. Your
letter has wounded him deeply, and I am afraid that you must go to
him, if you wish to be forgiven.”
“Forgiveness!” Lady Mildred repeated scornfully.
“Yes. You, I think, are in the wrong. If you take my advice you will
order the car and go to London at once. You would get there by ten
o’clock.”
“Why should I go to him? It is I who have been wronged, and he
must come to me.”
“If that is your state of mind, then I fear that you will remain apart.
It is a pity, for I am convinced that you are both passionately in love
with one another. Pride is responsible for the ruin of many lives, and
I pray you not to be stupid, dear,” Lady Ethel said gently.
Lady Mildred was silent, and it was evident that she was struggling
with herself. It was strange to find that her sister’s sympathy was so
decidedly in favor of her husband, and she began to wonder if, after
all, she herself might be to blame. But the scene in court came back
to her mind, and she could hear the counsel’s words as he described
the charge against Gaunt.
And while she fought with her pride, she was conscious that her
love for John Gaunt was burning fiercely, and that if he were to
appear she would receive him with widely opened arms.
“I went to Park Lane, and no one was there,” Lady Ethel continued
quietly. “I chanced to pass your husband’s room and I saw many
trunks there, so I imagine that he is going away.”
Lady Mildred drew a quick breath, and a look of fear crept into her
eyes when she remembered the talk in the library.
Could John be going to the Congo? Was it possible that they were
about to carry out the mad scheme that they discussed?
“Ethel, you must come back with me,” she cried eagerly.
“I am very tired, but I will gladly come,” Lady Ethel answered, and
all the listlessness vanished in an instant.
“Give orders for the car, and I will see about the packing. Baby will
stay here with nurse.”
“You are going to John?”
“Yes. Yes. I have been a fool, and I see it for the first time. You are
right, Ethel. There is only one thing that matters.”
“Love,” Lady Ethel repeated softly, and the color came to her
cheeks.
Half an hour later the sisters were driving back to London, and the
chauffeur had received instructions to travel as quickly as possible.
Now and then the car swayed ominously, but neither of them noticed
the tremendous rate at which they were going. Lady Mildred began
to tell of Gaunt’s plans to hold up the Congo Free State, and her
story was listened to with intense eagerness.
“Is Mr. Drake going?” she asked in a low voice.
“Yes, and his brother. It is a curious business for a parson to join
in.”
“Mildred, I warn you to prepare yourself for a disappointment if you
think that you will be able to persuade your husband to back out of it.
He loves you passionately; but there are some things that have more
weight with him than love.”
“I don’t think he will go, if I can only see him,” Lady Mildred
answered confidently.
The conversation languished and they were both relieved when at
last the car stopped at their house in Park Lane.
“Is your master in?” Lady Mildred demanded of the footman.
“No, my lady. He left a couple of hours ago,” was the answer.
She entered quickly and ran up to her room in the hope that there
might be a letter for her, but there was nothing there.
“I will ask the servants if there is any message. You had better rest
quietly; you look ill,” Lady Ethel said and hastened away.
She returned in a few minutes, and her face was grave as she sat
down by her sister.
“He has gone, and has left no message at all. I have been to his
rooms, and the trunks are not there,” she announced.
“What does it mean?” Lady Mildred asked hoarsely. “Do you think
that he can already have started?”
“No, but we must be very careful what we say. We must be loyal to
John, and we must not arouse any suspicion among the servants.”
“It is nearly eleven o’clock—too late to do anything to-night,” Lady
Mildred said miserably.
There was a knock at the door and Lord Lynton came in hurriedly.
“Have you any idea where Gaunt is?” he asked anxiously.
“No. Haven’t you seen him?”
“I have been dining with Sir Keith Hamilton, and afterwards he
talked to me very plainly. It appears that he has formed a great liking
for Gaunt, and he expressed his opinion very forcibly about this
police court business. He is convinced that Gaunt played no
unworthy part in that Marillier affair, and that the whole thing is a put
up job on the part of the Baron. I chanced to say that I had taken up
rather a strong attitude, and he promptly told me that I was a fool,
advising me to go and make my peace at once.”
“And I have come on a like errand, but I am afraid that we are too
late,” Lady Mildred said brokenly, and tears forced themselves to her
eyes.
“Surely there ought to be no difficulty in finding him,” the Earl said
decidedly.
“Perhaps he has already left the country?” Lady Ethel broke in.
“No, that’s impossible, for he is on bail,” Lord Lynton replied.
“Bail would not prevent him from going. I think I ought to tell you
——”
But Lady Mildred pulled her sister up sharply.
“We have no right to tell John’s secrets to any one. Perhaps we
are worrying ourselves about nothing. There may be news in the
morning,” she said hopefully, but there was no hope in her heart.
The morning came and the sisters breakfasted at an early hour.
But there was no letter.
“Shall we call at the Carlton? Captain Drake was staying there,”
Lady Ethel suggested, and they visited the hotel, only to find that he,
too, had left on the previous evening.
“I believe that he has gone to the Congo,” Lady Mildred cried
vehemently when they were once more in the car.
Next they visited Gaunt’s office in the city, where they were
received by Mr. Foster, the secretary, who could give them no
information.
“Mr. Gaunt has ceased to come here, my lady. In a couple of
months’ time the office will be finally closed.”
“When did you last see Mr. Gaunt?” Lady Mildred asked eagerly.
“Yesterday, but I have no idea where he is at present.”
“Cannot you tell me if he is going abroad?” she persisted.
“No, my lady. I have no information at all. It is not Mr. Gaunt’s
custom to tell me of his movements, unless he thinks it necessary for
me to know,” Mr. Foster answered with a smile.
They returned straight to Park Lane, for that was the most likely
place at which they would receive news, but when evening came
Lady Mildred was convinced that her suspicions were correct, and
she grew utterly despondent. It was revealed to her how great was
her love for her husband now that she believed that he had gone
deliberately into danger. All the dreadful things that she had heard of
West Africa came rushing to her mind, and she grew desperate
when she realized that he had left her with anger in his heart. And
she broke down completely, sobbing piteously; in vain Lady Ethel
strove to comfort her.
“I love him—oh, so much—and it is my fault that we quarreled. I
should have known that he would not do so dreadful a thing as that
wicked barrister charged him with. What shall I do? I must see him,”
Lady Mildred cried passionately.
“Perhaps he has only gone into the country for a rest,” her sister
suggested. “I don’t think that he could have left for the Congo without
saying a word.”
“You don’t understand John. It was my lack of trust, and that cruel,
cruel letter that hurt him. What a fool I have been.”
The morning came, bringing no news, and they wandered listlessly
about the house. Suddenly Lady Ethel gave a cry, and almost
fiercely clutched her sister’s arm.
“Did you not say that they intended to stop at the Canary Islands?
To-day is Saturday, and the Union-Castle Liner sails. Let us go to
Waterloo and see if John or one of the Drakes is there,” she cried
impetuously.
The car was ordered at once, and upon arriving at the station they
found the boat train drawn up, and by the bustle around it was
evidently soon to start. They walked eagerly along closely examining
each carriage, but saw no signs of either of them.
A warning whistle, and the train moved away.
“Of course they could join the Saxon at Southampton, for John
would not wish to be seen. Could we get there in time?” Lady
Mildred cried excitedly.
“At any rate we can try,” Lady Ethel answered eagerly. And then
began a mad race to the port. She urged the chauffeur to full speed,
and the powerful car tore along the road. Once or twice a policeman
held up a warning hand, but they went on heedlessly until they
reached the dock gates.
“Has the Saxon sailed?” they asked anxiously.
“Just about starting,” was the answer.
Now their progress was tantalizingly slow, and when at last the
wharf came in sight, they saw that the ropes had been thrown off
and that the big liner was moving towards Southampton water.
But Lady Mildred’s eyes were fixed on the upper deck, and she
could just make out the figure of a man leaning against the rails.
There were field-glasses in the car, and with trembling fingers she
focused them.
“It is John, and we are too late,” she said with a gasp.
But she would not give way, and turned to her sister her face white
and her lips trembling.
“Our yacht the Heron is lying here. She can be commissioned in a
few days,” she said very quietly.
“What are you going to do?” Lady Ethel asked in wonder.
“Follow them,” she answered curtly.
“And I will go with you,” Lady Ethel said in a low voice, but her
eyes were shining brightly.
CHAPTER XXXVI
L ADY MILDRED did not enter the car until the Saxon had
disappeared, and to her sister’s surprise her face was almost
cheerful.
“Captain Samson lives in Southampton and I am going to see him
at once.”
“You really intend to go to the Congo?” Lady Ethel asked quickly.
“Yes, and shall start as soon as possible. The Heron is at
Summers and Payne’s yard, and we will go there and find out
Captain Samson’s address.”
An hour later they were in the house of the captain of Gaunt’s
yacht, and Lady Mildred at once came to the point.
“Captain, how soon can the Heron start on a long voyage?” she
asked.
“A matter of a fortnight, my lady. The engineer is tinkering with his
turbines and has got ’em to pieces,” Captain Samson replied.
“What is the shortest time, working night and day?” she insisted.
“It might be managed in a week, my lady,” the captain answered
reflectively.
“It must be quicker than that, captain. We will sail on Friday next.
Tell the steward to lay in stores for a long voyage, and the bunkers
must be filled up.”
“May I ask where we are going, my lady?”
“First of all to the Canary Islands. See the engineer and have the
work started at once. I shall be at the Station Hotel on Thursday
night, and I shall expect you there. Good-bye, captain.”
And with a cheerful nod Lady Mildred left him and gave the
chauffeur orders to drive back to London.
“I don’t understand you,” Lady Ethel said timidly. “A couple of
hours ago you were utterly miserable, while now you seem almost
happy.”
“I am not sure that I understand myself. I am only thinking that in a
week or two I shall see John. I have no fear how he will receive me,
for I’ve no pride left, and I am prepared to go on my knees and ask
his forgiveness for that cruel letter,” Lady Mildred said earnestly.
“I shall be glad to come with you, dear.”
“I am not sure that I ought to take you, for we cannot catch them
up until they are in the Congo, and there may be danger.”
“I am not afraid,” Lady Ethel answered quickly.
During the next few days they were busy making preparations for
the voyage, and it was not until Thursday that anything of importance
happened. It chanced that they lunched at the Carlton Hotel and
upon reaching the streets they heard the name of Gaunt being
shouted by the newspaper boys.
“Disappearance of John Gaunt. Bail estreated.”
And they read an account of the proceedings at the police court.
Mr. Ruggles, K. C., had been in great form and took full advantage of
the position.
“Listen to this,” Lady Mildred cried, and proceeded to read from
the paper. “The court was crowded this morning at the adjourned
hearing of the charge of murder brought by the Congo government
against Mr. John Gaunt. The magistrate took his seat and the name
of the millionaire was called, but there was no answer. At first it was
believed that he had been delayed by some accident, but when half
an hour had passed, it was murmured that he had left the country.
The magistrate adjourned the court for an hour, and when he again
sat the police gave evidence to the effect that Mr. Gaunt had not
been seen for some few days. Inquiries at his office and at Park
Lane gave no information, and it is assumed that, for some purpose
of his own, he has left the country. Mr. Ruggles proceeded to
address the court: ‘I must remind your Worship that I anticipated this
event and strongly urged that bail should not be allowed. In spite of
my urging you gave him his freedom, of which he appears to have
taken full advantage. I apply to your Worship to grant a warrant for
his arrest.’
“‘Have you anything to say?’ the magistrate asked of Sir Richard
Tester.
“‘No, your Worship. I can only think that some accident has
happened to my client.’
“‘We understand the warrant has been signed and is in the hands
of the police.’”
“They will have to go a long way to execute it,” Lady Mildred
remarked with a smile.
“You do not seem very distressed,” Lady Ethel answered drily.
Her answer was a laugh, and they alighted from the car to be met
by Lord Lynton, who was just coming out of the house.
“I see you have heard the news,” he remarked with a glance at the
paper which she still held in her hand. “I suppose the next we shall
hear will be of his arrest.”
“I don’t think so,” Lady Mildred answered. “Come into the house,
Geoffrey. I want to talk to you.”
Lord Lynton followed to her room, and it was evident that he was
very curious.
“You have not the air of a wife who has just heard that the police
are after her husband,” he remarked drily.
“Geoffrey, give me your word of honor that you will not breathe a
word of what I tell you,” she said earnestly.
“I can keep a secret. It is my business,” he answered.
“Well then, John has gone back to the Congo. Ethel and I are
going to follow him in the Heron. We sail to-morrow.”
“The devil you are!” he blurted out.
“Yes, and I think it would be as well if you came with us.”
“You may as well tell me the whole story.”
“Very well, but remember that it is in confidence,” she answered,
and proceeded to relate all that had happened.
He listened in open-eyed amazement, and when she had finished
he had lost some of his wonted composure.
“It is pure madness, and the man must be stopped,” he said hotly.
“Remember your promise,” she said warningly.
“Of course I will, but the thing is stupendous. It may cause a
European war.”
“Will you come with us? We need not consider Europe. I am only
thinking of my husband.”
“Yes. I will come if I can get leave of absence. When do you
leave?”
“We shall motor to Southampton in a couple of hours’ time.”
“I will be back before that,” he answered, and hastened away.
Sir Keith Hamilton did not keep him waiting very long, and
received him pleasantly.
“I suppose you have come about your brother-in-law. I shall not be
altogether sorry if he has left the country and doesn’t return,” Sir
Keith remarked drily.
“I have come to ask leave of absence for an indefinite time,” Lord
Lynton answered, and his voice was very grave.
“For what purpose?”
“To accompany my sister on her yacht.”
“A pleasure trip?”
“Not exactly, sir. In fact I am bound to silence.”
“I see. Does this voyage concern Gaunt?”
“I can say that our destination is the Congo,” the Earl announced
slowly.
“May I ask if Gaunt will be on board?”
“He will not. But please don’t cross-examine me, sir. I am in a
difficult position, and I must keep my promise.”
“Yes, that is necessary,” Sir Keith said reflectively. “You can have
your leave.”
“Thank you, sir. May I ask if you have confidence in my
judgment?”
“Yes—to a degree,” was the cautious answer.
“I can tell you nothing, but I would suggest that the first cruiser
squadron of the Atlantic fleet be sent to the Canary Islands for a few
weeks.”
“That is a large order,” Sir Keith said with a smile, but his eyes
were filled with curiosity.
“The squadron is now at Gibraltar. You know I would not suggest
this without a weighty reason. Admiral Stretton is a fine sailor, and
something of a diplomatist, I believe.”
The foreign secretary’s eyes did not leave the Earl’s face, and it
was a long time before he spoke.
“I think I may venture to say that the squadron will cruise in the
direction of the Canaries. May I understand that you will
communicate with me when you are at liberty to do so?”
“Yes, sir. At the first opportunity.”
“You can tell me nothing further?”
“I am not sure that I have not already said too much. I am very
anxious, and my responsibility is great.”
“May I ask if Gaunt has already gone to the Congo?” Sir Keith said
quietly.
“I cannot tell you, sir.”
“Do you anticipate international trouble? I must admit that you
have made me rather anxious. Cannot you give any further