Rotherby and Green in league! It gave him matter for much thought.
"There's not the need to hold me," said he quietly.

"I am not likely to tire myself by violence.

There's scarcely necessity for so much." Rotherby looked up sharply.

The cool, self-possessed tone had an intimidating note.

But Mr.Green laughed maliciously, as he continued to mop his still watering eyes.