CHAPTER XX.
The Murderer Arrives.
“Here is our new prisoner, the self-confessed murderer, and Clarence Pearson will be released.
“Open the door, Pat.”
“Good morning, sir. I have a prisoner for you.”
“Very well. Please register, here.”
“You will have to, for me. My wrists hurt so I am not able to hold a pen in my hand, to say nothing of writing.”
“Your name is—”
“William Devenart.”
“A very odd name you have, Mr. Devenart.