Hector hesitated.
The man proceeded, speaking with emphasis.
“If I tell you who put me up to this, and furnish you proofs so that you can bring it to him, will you let me go?”
“You will not renew the attempt?” asked Hector.
“No,” answered the man; “it isn’t likely; I shall have no further motive.”
“Yes, I agree.”
“Read that letter, then.”
“There isn’t light enough. Will you accompany me to the hotel, where I can read it?”
“I will.”
The three walked together to the hotel, where Hector and Gregory were staying. There Hector read the letter. He was astonished and horrified when he discovered that it was from his uncle to this man, with whom he seemed to have an acquaintance, describing Hector, and promising him a thousand dollars if he would put him out of the way.