It is too serious a one." "Naturally.

It so often involves the issues of life and death." "In this case I hope it does not," said Jennings, significantly.
Cuthbert, who was recovering his composure, sat down with a shrug.

"I assure you, you have found a mare's nest this time.

Whatever my follies may have been, I am not a criminal." "I never thought you were," rejoined the other, also taking a seat, "but you may have become involved with people who are criminals." "I dare say half of those one meets in society are worthy of jail, did one know what is done under the rose," returned Cuthbert; "by the way, how did you come so opportunely ?" "I knew you had gone out of town, as I came a few days ago to see you about this matter, and inquired.

Your servant said you were in Devonshire--" "I went to see my mother who was ill," said Mallow quickly.
"I guessed as much.