On the recorder over Tony's head, the graph lines rippled in smooth patterns.

Suddenly changing his manner, Jake rasped:

"Have you ever committed a crime?"

Tony frowned in bewilderment.

"I know that I have, but sometimes.... Well, I kinda wonder...."

"Do you remember what happened last October 17?"

"You mean the bank ... the shootin'?"

"That's right."

"I've read so much—heard so much talk—that I ain't sure just what I remember...."

Tony's eyes—or the eyes of the dead priest through which Tony had vision—reflected his torment. Jake moved around so that Tony would be facing the jury when he answered the next question.