The man was our spy upon your movements, but I am perfectly aware
that there has been nothing worth reporting, and I also know that
you would never run such a risk for the removal of so insignificant
a person. No, my warning comes to you from a different point of
view. It is, if you will pardon my saying so, none the less
personal, but wholly friendly. The case of Duson will be sifted to
the dregs, but unless I am greatly mistaken, and I do not see room
for the possibility of a mistake, I know the truth already."
"You will share your knowledge?" Mr. Sabin asked quietly.
The detective shook his head.
"You shall know," he said, "before the last moment. But I want to
warn you that when you do now it--it will be a shock to you."
Mr. Sabin stood perfectly still for several moments. This little
man believed what he was saying. He was certainly deceived. Yet
none the less Mr. Sabin was thoughtful.
"You do not feel inclined," he said slowly, "to give me your entire
confidence."
"Not at present, sir," the man answered. "You would certainly
intervene, and my case would be spoilt."
Mr. Sabin glanced at the clock.
"If you care to call on me to-morrow," he said, "I could perhaps
show you something which might change your opinion."
The detective bowed.
"I am always open, sir," he said, "to conviction.
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