33/54 Indeed, I did guess, but I couldn't be sure, so I saw him. I didn't want you to know--I tell you that frankly, Raoul. I ran the risk, and--the very thing happened which I ought to have known would happen. As for what he had to tell me, it was nothing; only vague hints of trouble from which he, as one of an inner circle, might save you, if I--would be grateful enough." "The scoundrel!" broke out Raoul, convinced now, his eyes blazing. But I knew what had been on his lips to say. |