So you see, there was no question of treachery on Lenormand's part.

He trusts me--as you do not.
Indeed, I even offered my help for Dundas, if I could give it consistently with my position.

Naturally, he told me nothing which could be used against Dundas, so far as he knew, even if I wished to go against him--which my coming here ought to prove to you that I do not." "I read the proof rather differently," I said.

"But go on.

I'm sure you are anxious to tell me certain things.