"Two who fear the police."

A small wicket opened.

"We want none such here." And to one within: "Be still."

"There is something to be divided," answered Nikka.

"Where do you come from?"

"Salonika—and elsewhere."

"Tziganes both?" And again to one unseen: "I said be still, little devil."

"My comrade is a Frank—but he is one of us."

A hinge creaked.

"Enter," growled the voice. "Quickly."