'So you see,' he concluded, 'I am not likely to risk a repetition of the incident.' 'But,' said she, 'surely there's no risk now ?' 'Very likely, but there is just a little.

This next fortnight will, I think, make everything secure, but I must wait that fortnight.' 'Well, I believe you are unwise.' Drake turned to her quickly.

'Why ?' 'Mr.Mallinson takes your place for the fortnight.

Of course I don't know.

Clarice has given up confiding in me.