And this unfortunate man had Mr.Ronald Breton's name and address in his pocket ?" Spargo nodded.

He looked at Breton, and pulled out his watch.

Just then he had no idea of playing the part of informant to Mr.Elphick.
"Yes, that's so," he answered shortly.

Then, looking at Breton significantly, he added, "If you can give me those few minutes, now-- ?" "Yes--yes!" responded Ronald Breton, nodding.

"I understand.
Evelyn--I'll leave you and Jessie to Mr.Elphick; I must go." Mr.Elphick seized Spargo once more.
"My dear sir!" he said, eagerly.