15/44 You will understand, sir, that the hotel has been imposed upon by--by these people. It seems, also, that the bank insists upon having some light thrown upon the methods by which Mrs.Medcroft secures money on her letter of credit." "You are welcome to all that, sir," declared Mr.Odell-Carney, "but I am interested to know just why my wife and I are brought into this affair." "Because you are guests of Mr.Rodney, sir, I regret to state. We have no complaint against you, sir. |