He knows the facts, or he would not have averred to their existence." "Has there been a meeting of the Board ?" inquired Markland.
"There was a hurried meeting yesterday afternoon; and we shall convene again at six this evening." "What was done ?" "Nothing.

Consternation at the intelligence seized upon every one.
There were regrets, anxieties, and denunciations, but no action." "What is the general view in regard to Lyon ?" "Some refuse to admit the implied charge that lies against him; while others take the worst for granted, and denounce him in unmeasured terms." "What is your opinion ?" asked Markland.
"Knowing the man from whom information comes, I am led to fear the worst.

Still, there may have been some mistake--some misapprehension on his part." "The meeting takes place at six o'clock ?" said Markland, after remaining a short time silent.
"Yes." "Will you propose any thing ?" "I wish, first, to hear the views of others.

Prompt action of some kind is certainly required." "If Lyon be actually the villain he now seems, he will put himself entirely beyond our reach on the first intimation of danger," said Markland.
"So I have reasoned.

Our only hope, therefore, is to get possession of his person.