# XLVIII explained — David Harum

> Chapter companion for David Harum by Edward Noyes Westcott.

## What happens

A fortnight later, David Harum is at his desk when he receives a letter postmarked 'Napoli.' He reads it with growing interest and excitement, culminating in an exclamation of surprise before rushing out of the office toward his house.

## Character check-ins

### David Harum

Sits at his desk in the office of Harum & Co., reads a letter from Napoli with great interest and excitement, then bolts out toward the house.

## Key lines

> Scat my cats !

An exclamation of surprise or excitement.

_David's characteristic outburst upon reading the letter's final lines._

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