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So he worked on , no longer in listlessness , but with contemptuous amusement . Then with astounding suddenness something happened that changed his plans and put an end to his burglaries . Mr. Macy sent for him one afternoon and with a great show of jovial mystery asked him if he had an engagement that night . If he had n't , would he please call on Mr. Alfred J. Fraser at eight o'clock . Dalyrimple 's wonder was mingled with uncertainty . He debated with himself whether it were not his cue to take the first train out of town . But an hour 's consideration decided him that his fears were unfounded and at eight o'clock he arrived at the big Fraser house in Philmore Avenue .