New-York tribune., 1910-08-21

clear enough;
though, with DevarS
probable duplicity still running in his mind he could
not solve the puzzle presented by this vaunted half
knowledge.
Again the other attributed his perplexity anything
except its real :" willing to befriend YOU
he urged emphacaly. You have acted fOOlishly; but
not crimnaly, hope. In your anxiety to help col
league YOU forgot the fine distinction the law draws be-
tween and eHnr-
"No,' said Medenhar. turning to the porter. Put
the larger box the carrier and strap the other top
of it, the locks outward Then you will find that they
fit exactly.
Don't be headstrong idiot! muttered the Count
with certain heat OF annoyance making itself felt in
his patronzing tone. Miss Vanrenen will out at
any minute
Medenham glanced at the clock by the side of the
speed indicator. Miss Vanrenen is due now, unless
she IS being purposely detained by Mrs. Devar, he
commented dryly.
But why persist in this piece of folly?" growled
Margny to whose reluctant consciousness the idea of
failure suddenly presented itself You must realize
by this time that know who Your car \ tele-
gram from will put the authorities your track,
your arrest will follow and Miss Nanrenen will be sub
ected to graVeSt inconvenience. If will Weld
to fair means, must resort to foul 1t to this.
you either quit Bristol at | inform Miss Van
renen of the trick you have played on her
MEDENIIAM turned and picked up from the seat
'A the pair of stout driving gloves that had caught
Smiths nquiring eye by of their quality and sub
stance. He drew the right hand glove and buttoned
It, When he answered he spoke with irritating sOwneSS.
Would it not be better for all concerned that the
lady whose behalf profess to be so deeply moved
should be permitted to continue her tour without
further disturbance You and can meet in London
Monsieur and shall then have much pleasure in
vlnclng you that am most law abiding person.
No! came the angry retort. 81 have decided.
withdraw my offer to overlook Your Offense At what
cost, Miss Nanrenen be protected until her
father learns how his wishes have been dSregarded bv
a couple of English bandits
Sorry said Medenham coolly.
He aighted in the roadway, the driving seat was
the curb. glance into the vestbule of the hotel
revealed Cynthia motor coat and veil, giving some
instructions probably with regard letters defer
enal hall porter. Walking rapidly round the front of
the he caught Margny shoulder with his left hand
Ii you dare to open your mouth IN Miss Nanrenens
presence, other than by way of commonplace re-
mark shall smash your face to lelly!' he said.
queer ShIver through the FrenChman'S body.
but Medenham did not commit the of imagining
that his adversary was afraid. His grip on Marienvs
shoulder tightened. The two not twelve
inches apart and the Engshman read that involuntary
tension of the muscles Alright for there palsy of rage
of fear.
| have acquaintance with the SGpate" he said
Suavely. Please take word for 1t, and YOU will be
spared an injury \ moment ago you offered To treat
me like gentleman reciprocate now by being willing
to accept your promise to hold your tongue. Miss Van
renen is coming. What say YOU!
agree. said Marigny, though his dark eyes blazed
redy.
'Ah, thanks! and Medenham'S left hand busied
itself once more with the fastening OF the glove
You understand of courSe? he heard in soft SnarI
Perfectly. The truce ends with my departure
Meanwhile, YOU acting wisely. | don't suppose, I
shall ever respect you SO much AGAIN
NOV, YOU two-what are YOU discussinp?" cried
Cynthia from the porch. Il hope YOU are not try
ing TO persuade my chauffeur Yield his place To Won