"You are perhaps aware of my unfortunate connection with this affair.

If so, you will understand that I am particularly anxious to have it cleared up." "It is not at all certain that I can help you," his visitor said precisely.

"It depends entirely upon yourself.

Will you permit me to put my case before you ?" "By all means," Wrayson answered.

"Go ahead." Mr.Bentham took the chair towards which Wrayson had somewhat impatiently pointed, and unbuttoned his coat.