"I wish to catch the burglars in the act."
"Then, sir, can you stay away from the store to-day?"
"Why?"
"Your looks might betray your suspicions."
"There is something in that. But how can I take measures to guard against loss?"
"You can act through me, sir. Is there much money in the safe?"
"No; but Talbot is authorized to sign checks. He will draw money if I am not at the store."
"Will he place it in the safe?"
"Probably."
"Then let him do so. He is to tell the burglars the combination. He will get it from the janitor."