"Well! I find myself robbed of securities worth nearly L8000; private securities, bond and scrip, left in custody only, not belonging to the firm.

No one but Acton or Roland could have access to them.

Acton has eluded me; but if Roland is found he must take the consequences." "And what are those ?" asked Felicita.
"I shall prosecute him as I would prosecute a common thief or burglar," answered Mr.Clifford.

"His crime is more dishonorable and cowardly." "Is it not cruel to say this to me ?" she asked, yet in a tranquil tone which startled him.
"Cruel!" he repeated again; "I have not been in the habit of choosing words.

You asked me a question, and I gave you the answer that was in my mind.