They have got all their plans complete. I will be on to their plans in a
few days, and we can close in on them just as they let go their first
dove."
"If you are correct you are at the top of the profession. I'd like
particulars."
"In a few days, I'll give you all the particulars and your men."
Oscar went away. He had gotten up so as to be recognized. He sauntered
on to Broadway when a lady approached. She was veiled and she asked:
"Is this Mr. Oscar Dunne?"
The detective was taken a little aback, but answered:
"May I inquire why you ask?"
"If this is Mr. Oscar Dunne, the detective, I have some business with
you."
"We will suppose I am the man you seek; what is your business?"
"Will you accompany me?"
"No."
"I thought you were a detective."
"Suppose I am."
"It's your business to listen to one who seeks your aid."
"Go on, I am listening."
"There are reasons why I do not wish to talk on the public street."
Oscar was only sparring for time; he was measuring the woman, and he had
not gotten on to her purpose when he said:
"Where do you wish me to go?"
"To any public place where we can sit down and I can relate to you my
strange and remarkable experience. You will decide that I need aid and
advice. I have been told that you are just the man to aid and advise
me.
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