No one knows what those foreigners will do to him, but he would probably fare badly in their hands." "Such being the logical conclusion," said Maud, "we must make our fight now, at the examination." "Uncle John has engaged a lawyer," announced Patsy, "and if he proves bright and intelligent he ought to be able to free Ajo." "I'd like to see that lawyer, and take his measure," answered Maud, musingly, and her wish was granted soon after they had finished dinner.
Colby entered the hotel, jaunty as ever, and Arthur met him and introduced him to the girls.
"You must forgive me for coming on a disagreeable mission," began the young attorney, "but I have promised the judge that I would produce all the pearls Mr.Jones gave you, not later than to-morrow morning.

He wants them as evidence, and to compare privately with Le Drieux's list, although he will likely have the expert at his elbow.

So I can't promise that you will ever get your jewels back again." "Oh.

You think, then, that Mr.Jones is guilty ?" said Maud coldly.
"No, indeed; I believe he is innocent.

A lawyer should never suspect his client, you know.