CHAPTER IX.
Consequences of the Theft.
"How do you mean to act, Sir ?" inquired Trenchard, as soon as they were left alone.
"As circumstances shall dictate, Sir Rowland," returned Jonathan.
"Something is sure to arise in the course of the investigation, of which I can take advantage.

If not, I'll convey him to St.Giles's round-house on my own responsibility." "Is this your notable scheme!" asked the knight, scornfully.
"Once there," proceeded Wild, without noticing the interruption, "he's as good as in his grave.

The constable, Sharples, is in my pay.

I can remove the prisoner at any hour of the night I think fit: and I _will_ remove him.

You must, know, Sir Rowland--for I've no secrets from you--that, in the course of my business I've found it convenient to become the owner of a small Dutch sloop; by means of which I can transmit any light ware,--such as gold watches, rings, and plate, as well as occasionally a bank or goldsmith's note, which has been _spoken with_ by way of the mail,--you understand me ?--to Holland or Flanders, and obtain a secure and ready market for them.