22/23 I can help you to both,--nay, I _will_ help you to both, if you do not interfere with my plans. The arrest of this person is of consequence to me. Do not oppose it, and I will serve you. Thwart me, and I become your mortal enemy. I have but to give a hint of that boy's existence in the proper quarter, and his life will not be worth a day's purchase." "Don't listen to him, father," cried Thames, unconscious of what was passing; "there are plenty of people outside." "Make your choice," said Jonathan. |