Now, what's the next item on the program ?" Winter grabbed the receiver unceremoniously.
"I am a representative of Scotland Yard, Mr.Handyside," he said.

"If ever you want work come to me, J.L.Winter, and I'll find you some.
Miss Forbes is vexed with me because I have stopped her from thanking you, but compliments must wait.

Will you go as quickly as possible to the chief police station at Croydon?
By the time you get there I'll be in touch with the inspector in charge, and he will do the rest.

You understand?
Goodby!" Winter rang off.

He smiled blandly at Evelyn.
"There's no opportunity now for sentiment," he explained.