But I should prefer to make my experiments quickly and without any other witness than yourself.

I am not without some pride to counterbalance my presumption." We had come to a stand before the door as I said this.

As I finished, he laid his hand on the knob, saying kindly: "Your wishes shall be considered.

Take a seat in the library, Miss Saunders, and in a few moments I will join you.

I have a task for Nixon which will keep him employed for some time." At this he opened the door and I glided out.