"I would not have you neglect your duty," retorted Rose.
"Do you still refuse to reveal the whereabouts of August Bordine?"
"I certainly refuse to tell what I do not know. He is not here—"
"But he has been here?"
"Yes."
"When did he go?"
"Not long since."
"Don't waste words with her," said the speaker's companion. "Let's search the house."
"I fear it's too late now."
Nevertheless the two men went through the dwelling, even invading the sanctity of Rose Alstine's bedchamber. Nothing was found, however. The fugitive from justice had made good his escape.