My brain positively reeled.

Carr! my friend Carr! introduced into the family by myself, was being accused by Charles.

I was speechless with indignation.
"I am sorry, Middleton," continued Charles; "I know he is your friend, but I can't help that.

Carr took the jewels.

I distrusted him from the moment he set foot in the house." "Where is he at this instant ?" said Marston, getting up.