"Here is a man wants to see you, sir," said Hal. "He says he's from the east side, and won't give any name."
Allen looked out toward Macklin. He looked disturbed when he recognized the tough.
"Step this way," he called out, and Macklin entered the office.
"Now, what brings you?" demanded Allen, as soon as the door was shut.
Instead of replying, Macklin looked at Hardwick, who had taken off part of his disguise.
"Wot! You here?" he faltered.
"Yes, Tommy, you didn't expect it, did you?" returned Hardwick, with a short laugh.
"No, I didn't."
"What brought you?"
"I want money," said the tough, coming forward and putting on a bold front. "I want money from both of yer; see?"