Two policemen who had been stationed outside now entered and seized Jack.
At the same time a newspaper reporter, who had also been told to be on hand, made his appearance.
"Arrest that man!" said Clarence. "I charge him with assaulting me, because I tried to protect my honor."
"I protest," exclaimed Jack.
The policeman, already heavily bribed, dragged him away to the station-house.
"What is it all about?" asked the reporter.
"I will tell you presently," replied Clarence.
To add to the confusion, Elise had fainted.