"Because you are the second official who has been here this morning demanding that they be set free," answered the police officer, smilingly. "It is most surprising."
"Indeed."
"They may not be, and probably are not, guilty of the robbery charge, but at least the men assaulted my officers."
"I am sure that feature of the case could be easily explained."
"You would have difficulty in convincing the officers who were assaulted of that," laughed the chief.
"Will you release the men?"
"It will give me great pleasure to serve you, señor, in any manner in my power. Do you know the women who had such a narrow escape last evening, may I ask, señor?"
"Certainly."
"Would it be proper for me to ask their names!"
"They are my wife and daughter," announced the ambassador. "Both ladies were positive of the facts as I have stated them——"