[Aunt Jane’s Nieces Out West by Edith Van Dyne]@TWC D-Link bookAunt Jane’s Nieces Out West CHAPTER XVI 7/13
My name is Jones." Then, continuing his speech to Patsy Doyle, he said: "There is no need to consider the acoustic properties of our theatres, for the architect--" "Pardon me again," interrupted the man, more sternly.
"I am positive this is _not_ a case of mistaken identity.
We have ample proof that Jack Andrews is parading here, under the alias of 'A.
Jones.'" The boy regarded him with a puzzled expression. "What insolence!" muttered Beth in an under-tone but audible enough to be distinctly heard. The man flushed slightly and glanced at Le Drieux, who nodded his head. Then he continued firmly: "In any event, sir, I have a warrant for your arrest, and I hope you will come with me quietly and so avoid a scene." The boy grew pale and then red.
His eyes narrowed as he stared fixedly at the officer.
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