“I have something important to tell you — “
“Who is calling?” interrupted Harry abruptly.
“Do not ask my name. I cannot tell it to you. Listen, please — “
“Is this Miss DeLand?” questioned Harry.
“I cannot give you my name,” the girl insisted. “You met me once — four nights ago in a place called the Pink Rat — “
“I should like to know your name,” interrupted Harry.
“Please let me give you my message.” The girl’s voice was hurried, and her tones were pleading. “It is very important. Do not leave town to-morrow. Do not go to Lake Marrinack. Promise me that you will not go.”
“I can’t promise — ” Harry began.
“You must not go,” came the insistent voice. “Promise me, Harry.”
The girl’s voice seemed choking from emotion. She seemed unable to continue. Then there came a sudden interruption. The connection was broken; and the voice of the operator intervened.