"You know who I am?" he demanded.
Spofford jerked a thumb at Randall.
"This man told me that Judge Walbrough wanted to see me."
"I'm Walbrough," said the judge. "I want to know why you're annoying this young lady?"
"Me?" Spofford's mean eyes widened. His surprise was overdone. "Annoyin' her?"
"We want to know why you are watching her."
Spofford's eyes were cunning.
"Ask her," he said.
Judge Walbrough drew closer to the man.
"Spofford, you know, of course, that I am no longer on the bench. You also, I presume, know how long you will remain on the force if I want you put off."