"Yes. He must pay the price demanded by the one, and the--the--"
"Blackmail," I suggested, as Big Sam hesitated for a word.
"Well, yes--not a pleasant word, I believe, but accurate--the blackmail demanded by the other."
"I will do my best to find a guardian who will meet your conditions."
"Can you make it convenient to bring your word this evening?"
"That is short notice."
"It is important. I shall be here from nine to twelve."
"I shall do my best."
"I shall be deeply in your debt," he said.
I looked at him closely.