However, the boy could let this repetition of the charge go unchallenged.
"Remember," he said, "that you have heard only one side of the case.

I do not know where you receive the information you claim to possess, but it goes without saying that it came from an enemy--probably from a man implicated in the crime with which you charge me.

In fact, you have already opened up negotiations with me in the interest of the criminal." "How so, boy ?" demanded the other.
"You offered me my freedom if I would make a false confession.

Why should you want a confession unless in the interest of one connected with the crime ?" "I told you why I wanted the confession," replied Big Bob, trying to force a little friendliness into his voice and manner.

"It would give you a lighter sentence, and it would make it easier for me to get the reward." Fremont made no reply to this.