Is it--" Mr.Caryll bent forward to tap the king's letter with a rigid forefinger.

"When your lordship tells me that you are ready to concert upon embarking your fortunes in this bottom, you shall find me disposed, perhaps, to answer questions concerning others.

Meanwhile, our concern is with yourself." "Dons and the devil!" swore his lordship angrily.

"Is this a way to speak to me ?" He scowled at the agent.

"Tell me, my fine fellow, what would happen if I were to lay this letter you have brought me before the nearest justice ?" "I cannot say for sure," answered Mr.Caryll quietly, "but it is very probable it would help your lordship to the gallows.