You will allow me to say what I have to say, _here_." "I'm sorry, but I cannot do that.

The others have gone without question to their places; why should not you ?" "Because----" The word came brokenly and was followed by silence.

Then, seeing the hopelessness of contending with police authority, he cast another glance of strong repulsion in the direction of the gallery and started to his feet.

Mr.Gryce did the same, and together they crossed the court.

But they got no further at this time than the foot of the staircase.