When London Sleeps — page 99: what you’re looking at

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94 TEMPTER AND TEMPTED. clearly defined plan in his mind as yet, but only a vague possibility. : ‘Tell me,’’? he said, ‘‘who is this man to whom you have given your affections? Does he reciprocate your tender passion, or is there some one else? If so, do you mind telling me her name, and his as well?” It was au impudent request, but Hilda cared little for that. Her one thought, just then, was the recov-: ery of her child. ‘What can it matter to you ?’’ she answered drear- ily, but nevertheless proceeded to give him the in- formation. ‘‘His name is David Engleheart. And she—she is one of the mountebanks at the circus here. ‘They call her Carruthers. ’’ Haynes gave vent to a long, low wistle. This azd matter considerably to him. Here was a chance, and his brain was quick to form a plan to take advan- tage of it. ‘Hilda Corrode,’’ he said, suddenly, *‘I’1] make a bargain with you. Do whatI require of you, and I'll guarantee to bring that man to your feet. I?ll give you five thousand pounds for your marriage portion, and your child shall he restored to you.’? She looked at him first in amazement, and then one expression after another flitted across her mobile face. nae “Afe you mad?’ she said, at last, very slowly. ‘What do you mean ?”’ “Don’t speak!’ replied Haynes, lowering his voice. ‘‘Only listen! Have you heard of the new fortune that has come to Queenie Carruthers??? ROI Oye? comicbooks.com.