"I believe that Mr. Snow has spoken the truth," said Beatrice sharply. "You are still trying to keep me in the dark."
"For your good, missy--for your good."
"Or for Mr. Paslow's safety--which?"
"I don't know what you mean," gasped Durban hoarsely.
"I don't know myself exactly, since you will not be candid," said the girl wearily; "but I have found out much, and I shall find more. When I discover that necklace----"
"The Obi necklace? You have never found that?"
"No. But I am looking for it."
"Missy, do not. I implore you, do not. There is a curse on that necklace. It caused the death of your father, the disgrace of your mother, and the murder of Mr. Alpenny."
"How do you know that? Had Mr. Alpenny the necklace?"
"Yes. Your mother gave it to Alpenny for you."