They gave me no inkling of their dastardly intention.

But there is no time to admit of explanations now, signore," he added breathlessly, in a low desperate voice.

"Say that you will not prejudge me," he pleaded earnestly.
"I will not prejudge you until I've heard your explanation," I said.

"I certainly owe my life to you to-night." "Then quick! Fly from this house this instant.

If you are stopped, then use your revolver.