"That is lie number one," observed Marlanx loudly. Every eye was turned upon Baldos, but his face did not lose its half-mocking expression of serenity.
"Proceed with the examination, Mr. Lorry" said Count Halfont, interpreting a quick glance from Yetive.
"Are you willing to answer any and all questions we may ask in connection with your observations since you became a member of the castle guard?" asked Lorry.
"I am."
"Did you take especial care to study the interior of the fortress when you were there several days ago?"
"I did."
"Have you discussed your observations with anyone since that time?"
"I have."
"With whom?"
"With her highness, the princess," said Baldos, without a quiver. There was a moment's silence, and furtive looks were cast in the direction of Yetive, whose face was a study. Almost instantaneously the entire body of listeners understood that he referred to Beverly Calhoun. Baldos felt that he had been summoned before the board at the instigation of his fair protectress.