I was so miserable locked up alone, unable to even learn where we were going, that I lost faith in everyone.

You acted so strange." "I had to play my part.

But you received my note ?" "Yes, and it helped me wonderfully, although even then I scarcely comprehended why all this pretense was necessary.

Surely you do not believe this man is Philip Henley?
that--that I have told you a lie ?" "No, I do not," I answered earnestly.

"It is my absolute confidence in you which has held me steadfast.