I do not know her real purpose, but am convinced it is an evil one." The Colonel shook his head doubtfully, glancing at the silent adjutant.
"That remains to be proven, Sergeant.

I have, of course, met the lady, and found her pleasant and agreeable as a companion.

Deuced pretty too; hey, Benson?
Why do you say she masquerades as McDonald's niece ?" "Because her maiden name was Carson and the Major's sister married a man named Counts." "There might have been another marriage.

Surely McDonald must know." "Miss Molly says not, Colonel.

He has known nothing of his sister for over twenty years, and accepted this woman on her word." "Well, well! Interesting situation; hey, Benson?
Like to get to the bottom myself.