At that moment she heard a sound at the door. Her gaze roved; and it was enough for the man. He reached out and caught her arm. She tried to tear herself loose.
"My child, in God's name, listen to reason! They are entering the hall and they will have us both."
Suddenly Florence knew. She could not have told you why; but there was an appeal in the man's voice that went to her heart.
"You are my father!"
"Yes, yes! But you've found it out just a trifle too late, my dear. Quick; this side of the desk!"
Braine and his men dashed into the library. Olga entered leisurely.
"Both of them!" yelled Braine exultantly. "Both of them together; what luck!"
There was a sharp, fierce struggle; and when it came to an end Hargreave was trussed to a chair.
"Ah, so we meet again, Hargreave!" said Braine.
Hargreave shrugged. What he wanted was time.