“Mr. Wheeler?” he asked.
“Yes,” said the lawyer, with his usual scrutinizing look.
“I should like to speak to you in private, sir.”
“Another claimant for the reward,” thought the lawyer.
“Very well,” he said. “Have the kindness to close the door.”
Vernon did so.
“Now,” said the lawyer, abruptly, desiring to get through with his interview before Harry’s return from his mission.
“You advertised for the recovery of a tin box of valuables?” said Vernon.
“Yes.”
“I may be able to assist you in the matter,” said Vernon.