"I think you're in danger; he has all your gifts, and he's as clever as Old Nick besides.

He's a man that'll make things hum, if he gets in." "If he gets in--you think... ?" "He has as good a chance as you, m'sieu'.

Here's a list of doubtful ones, and you'll see they're of consequence." "They are indeed," said Barouche, scanning the list.

"I'd no idea these would be doubtful." "Luke Tarboe's working like the devil for Carnac.

People believe in him.
Half the men on that list were affected by Tarboe's turning over.