But it would increase the difficulties a hundredfold.

The girl herself would probably suspect something, and that would almost inevitably precipitate matters.

No, the only possible course is to leave things alone for the present.

The symptoms are slight, and though it is impossible to say from moment to moment what will happen, the chances are that if we can keep Hunt-Goring from doing any further mischief, the disease may remain in a stationary condition for some time.

In that case you may manage to get Olga away on this tom-fool expedition of yours to India before any serious development takes place." "I see," said Nick.