"He's under our thumb at present, I can't tell when he may wriggle out." "Not while your eye's on him.

And your eye won't leave him as long as you have confidence in the reward I've promised you." "Perhaps not; but you take the life out of me.

Last night you were too hot; this morning you are too cold.

But it's not for me to complain.

You know where to find me when you want me." And without more ado the detective went out.
Mr.Ransom remained alone and in no enviable frame of mind.