He gave her the information, and watched her curiously until she was out of sight.
"It is evident that she has come to Washington simply for the purpose of pawning something. As soon as I reach the other end of my beat I will make it my business to step into Uncle Samuel's and ask what she has disposed of. It is just as well for me to know."
Meanwhile, Ida hurried quickly on her errand.
The pawn-broker's clerk glanced up impatiently as the door opened and the dark-clad figure glided in.
"I—I should like to see the proprietor, to ask if he will advance me a sum of money on some diamonds."
"Have you got them with you?" asked the man, carelessly.
"Yes," said Ida, faintly; "but can't I see the proprietor?"
"You can deal with me just as well," he answered.
After a moment's hesitation, Ida produced the package from her pocket, and unwrapping it, disclosed the magnificent diamonds.