It is my conviction he had it in his pocket.' 'I beg your pardon, sir,' said I.

'I have been unjust.

I did not appreciate my danger.' 'I think you never do,' said he.
'But yet surely that public scene--' I began.
'It was madness.

I quite agree with you,' Mr.Romaine interrupted.

'But it was your uncle's orders, Mr.Anne, and what could I do?
Tell him you were the murderer of Goguelat?
I think not.' 'No, sure!' said I.