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Rh pected in the case," Hereford interpolated. "But, as I said, this part is immaterial; for the other facts are quite enough, I think, to give you the conviction that you asked."

Annis surveyed him with narrowed eyes. "To convince me, you mean, that you could convince others?"

"Yes; and that if a single one of these circumstances was brought to the attention of the police it would cause your immediate arrest."

"Perhaps." Annis shrugged. "Still—" He took a turn or two up and down the room, covertly observing Hereford. "Still, Mr. Hereford, you, I know, do not intend to make any of these circumstances known to the police." He gave Hereford a slightly satirical smile.