Admit it is curious, Uncle John.

It may be all a coincidence, of course; but how do you account for it, sir ?" "Jones has an island in the South Seas, a locality where most of the world's famous pearls have been found." "Sangoa ?" "Yes." "It is not on any map.

This man, Le Drieux, positively stated that there is no such island, did he not ?" Uncle John rubbed his chin, a gesture that showed he was disturbed.
"He was not positive.

He said he thought there was no such island." "Well, sir ?" "If Jones could lie about his island, he would be capable of the theft of those pearls," admitted Mr.Merrick reluctantly.
"That is conclusive, sir." "But he isn't capable of the theft.

Le Drieux states that Jack Andrews is a society swell, an all-around confidence man, and a gambler.