“A very convenient accident!”
“I shall be glad to remove the bandages whenever my doctor grants permission,” said Rascomb with dignity. “Possibly by tomorrow. However, I assure you I have no scar, unless I may bear some slight mark as a result of today’s accident.”
Flash glanced toward Captain Johns who had listened attentively to the argument. Rascomb’s story was so flimsy that he did not think the army man could place the slightest confidence in it.
To his amazement, Johns gave every indication of being impressed.
There was a moment of silence. Then Rascomb inquired:
“Are there any other questions you wish to ask me? I have nothing to hide.”
“One question,” said Captain Johns. “Why did you have a picture of Albert Povy in your possession?”
Rascomb’s eyes became wary, but he did not lose poise.
“I’m afraid I don’t know what you mean, Captain.”
“This picture.”