But that purpose is certainly not to look after any young idiot--you must excuse my speaking plainly--who runs amuck in this most fascinating city.

In your case the Chief has gone out of his way to help you.

He has interviewed the chief of police himself, brought his influence to bear in various quarters, and I can tell you conscientiously that everything which possibly can be done is being done at the present moment.

If you wish for my advice it is this: Send for some friend to keep you company here, and try to be patient.

You are in all probability making yourself needlessly miserable." She looked at him a little reproachfully.