You remember making good in a straight way." "Yes.

And I shall make good--if only they will let me alone." He paused an instant.

"But I have no illusions about the present," he went on quietly.

"I'm in quiet water for a time; I've got a period of safety; and I'm using this chance to put in some hard work.

But presently the police and Barney and the others will learn where I am.