"Either of uth?" he cried, aghast. "What do you mean, either of uth?"
Her smile was enigmatical.
"As you said just now—the removal of the obstacle was to the advantage of both of us."
"But they don't know," he shivered. "They can't know."
"I hope not," she said shortly.
Perspiration began to stand out on his forehead. He had lost color considerably.
"You promised to keep my thecret," he exclaimed nervously. "Noth a word to any one."
"I shall keep my promise," she replied.
"There is no cause for alarm. I don't think Inspector Fay will trouble us."
There was a tap at the door. They turned as the butler entered.