At the corner of the Calle del Arenal he heard his
name called. It was a deputy, a comrade of “the
Party” who had just come from the session.
“Let me congratulate you, Brull; you were simply
monumental! The Chief spoke enthusiastically
of your speech to the Prime Minister! It’s
a foregone conclusion. At the first new deal
you’ll be made director-general or undersecretary
at least! Again, my congratulations, old fellow!”
