In Sight of St. Paul's — page 176: what you’re looking at

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THE LAST LINK. | 171 very reason he was one of the most valuable members of the London detective force. He was less liable, for the sake of gain, to make false accusations, and to insist that his first diagnosis of the case was right, even when he ought to know that it was wrong. But still, he knew how to do his duty. He, there- fore, pushed by Becky and approached Mr. Chi-. chester. ‘‘Here’s some one to see Mr. Thontas, sir,’’ said Becky, irritated, and worried as well. ‘“‘Never mind,’’ said Clarkson, calmly. ‘‘This gentleman will do equally well.’? Then, bowing to Mr. Chichester, he added, with the utmost courtesy: ‘‘I should like two minutes’ conversation with you.’’ Mr. Chichester, a little dazed, motioned him to enter the parlor, drawing back to allow him to pass. Becky, with compressed lips, followed. She knew the invalid was alone, and, plucky little girl that she was, she was determined to protect him. | The gentleman from Scotland Yard raised his eye- brows at her unsolicited entrance. “T should like to speak to this gentleman in. private, ’’ he said. Becky tossed her head. ‘“‘T understand,’? she answered, but making no movement to obey the implied command. ‘‘You want me to leave you alone with him, but I don’t think it’s safe. I shall stay where I am.,”’ Gomicbooks:co