You'll be in your place in time ?" "Of course." Rudolf Rassendyll took a turn up and down the room.

It was easy to see that the events of the night had disturbed him.

Sapt's thoughts were running in a different channel.
"When we've done with this fellow, we must find Rupert," said he.
Rudolf started.
"Rupert?
Rupert?
True; I forgot.

Of course we must," said he confusedly.
Sapt looked scornful; he knew that his companion's mind had been occupied with the queen.

But his remarks--if he had meditated any--were interrupted by the clock striking seven.
"He'll be here in an hour," said he.
"We're ready for him," answered Rudolf Rassendyll.