8/19 It is open to any one who cares to cross the threshold. It is the last place in the world likely to be a suitable home for a man like myself, who is in touch with great affairs." "Then why did you choose to go there ?" I asked. "Besides, it was not until I arrived in London that I understood exactly the nature of the intrigues against me." "At least," I protested, "you should never have brought your niece with you. Frankly, your concerns don't interest me a snap of the fingers. It is of your niece only that I think. |