"I have been too busy to think of food, and I am likely to be busier still this evening.

By the way, Doctor, I shall want your co-operation." "I shall be delighted." "You don't mind breaking the law ?" "Not in the least." "Nor running a chance of arrest ?" "Not in a good cause." "Oh, the cause is excellent!" "Then I am your man." "I was sure that I might rely on you." "But what is it you wish ?" "When Mrs.Turner has brought in the tray I will make it clear to you.

Now," he said as he turned hungrily on the simple fare that our landlady had provided, "I must discuss it while I eat, for I have not much time.

It is nearly five now.

In two hours we must be on the scene of action.