It is a good suggestion.

Sir Archibald knows my family; indeed, his father was from the Erracht region.

I shall see him personally.

I am glad you thought of that, Mr.Rae.These smaller men, Sheratt and the rest, I do not know--in fact, I do not seem to be able to manage them,--but with Sir Archibald there will be no difficulty, I feel quite confident.

When can you arrange the interview ?" Mr.Rae sat gazing thoughtfully into the fire, more and more convinced every moment that he had made a false move in suggesting a meeting between the Captain and Sir Archibald Brodie.