And he thought that something of the spirit of a goddess must be in Marette Radisson to give her the courage with which she faced him, even as the metallic thing outside tapped its warning again at the window.
"Inspector Kedsty is coming back," she said.

"I did not think he would do that--tonight." "He has not had time to go to barracks," said Kent.
"No.

Possibly he has forgotten something.

Before he arrives, I want to show you the nest I have made for you, Jeems.

Come quickly!" It was her first intimation that he was not to remain in her room, a possibility that had already caused him some inward embarrassment.