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 “Yes.”

“The fifty candles—the cake—all for you?”

“Yes.”

“Mr. Drew was very fond of you. Why?”

“Why not?”

“Answer my question!” The detective reddened with anger.

“I have served Mr. Drew with honor for many years,” said Hung.

“And you were about to leave his service. Where are you going? What are your plans?”

“I return to China.”

“On what boat?”

“I have not yet decided. That is all? Thank you”

“Wait a minute! Tell me—you were very fond of Mr. Drew?”

“Why not?” Hung’s hand was pushing open the door.

“I want an answer!” shouted Barnes.

“For one word,” said Hung, “a man Rh