time. In this way, she would be deemed 1. harmless, even if, 2. likely to have a propensity for getting herself into difficulties.

Making and maintaining contact proved relatively difficult. Whether by chance or design, Gloria was surrounded by one or the other of the roommates every time she went outside the building. And though she saw her partner in the crowd on several occasions, she was unable to leave the glass cage to meet him.

About two blocks from "La Discotheque" there was a lingerie shop frequented by the various members of Gloria's group. Seeing no other opportunity, Gloria flashed the hand signal "Meet me. Tomorrow. Imperative," the next time she caught the eyes of the tall, darkly hand- some man on her. After he returned with the finger signal “Received. Will comply." He vanished into the crowd.

The following day, Gloria and Sheila again visited the shop that claimed so much of their attention. "You know," said Gloria. "I think I'll get fitted for one of these French brassieres. After all a girl has to look out for her assets, if you know what I mean.'

Sheila shook her head with unconcealed envy. "I should have your problems. Go ahead. I'll wait," and she continued to paw through the merchandise while Gloria went through the curtain into the back. She was seated facing a small mirror designed to show off the bosom. The shoplady brought in a few samples, then went out for some more. Gloria fingered the lace of the various garments, then was conscious of another's presence. With a sharp intake of breath, Gloria turned to see the familiar face of her contact. “Oh—it's you. I'd hoped you could make it.

"Yes. I told the good lady we were lovers—and, well, this is Paris, is it not?"

Gloria recovered from surprise in time to modestly draw up her blouse. "I was afraid you wouldn't come.” Listen, we don't have much time." Gloria quickly filled the other in on developments. "I really think it's of highest priority to get to Berlin. I think that's the terminal end."

The other person agreed. "I'll go ahead there now and see if I can get Station G on the alert. I suggest that you try pushing a bit. Also, see if you can ferret out anything more here. The network can only go

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