The instant they had done so Montez turned to his secretary, whispering: "Send my daughter here." Dr.Tisco vanished, though he soon reappeared and entered the office.
Don Luis, after indicating seats to the young Americans, crossed to a ponderous safe, toyed with the combination lock, threw open the door and then brought out a ledger that he deposited on one of the flat-top desks.

Five minutes later his daughter Francesca entered the room.
"Now, what part is the girl to play here ?" wondered Tom, instantly.
"If I know anything of human nature she's a sweet and honest girl.

She is no rascal, like her father.

Yet he has sent for her to play some part!".