It is rather here, I think--in Aix--that we must keep our eyes wide open." "Here!" cried Wethermill in exasperation.

He stared at Hanaud as though he were mad.
"Yes, here; at the post office--at the telephone exchange.

Suppose that the man is in Aix, as he may well be; some time he will wish to send a letter, or a telegram, or a message over the telephone.

That, I tell you, is our chance.

But here is news for us." Hanaud pointed to a messenger who was walking towards them.