I believe that retribution follows the offense." Thirlwell looked hard at the other.

"Well, I doubt if we will ever know the truth about Strange's death." "It is possible," Father Lucien agreed.

"Perhaps it is not important whether we know or not.

One thing is certain: if wrong has been done, it will be made right, if not by the way we would choose, by another.

I think we may leave it there." "We must," said Thirlwell dryly.