“I think,” said he slowly, driving each word home, “that the only chance for people who want to come out of this affair with a clean name is to stick the thing right through as we planned.”
Doctor Sherman did not speak.
“I tell you about Miss West for two reasons. First, in order to let you know the danger you’re in. Second, in order, in case you decided to testify, that you may be forewarned and be prepared to outface her. I believe you understand everything now?”
“Yes,” was the almost breathless response.
“Then may I be allowed to ask what you are going to do—testify, or not testify?”
The minister’s hands opened and closed. He swallowed with difficulty.
“Testify, or not testify?” Blake insisted.
“Testify,” whispered Doctor Sherman.
“Just as you choose,” said Blake coldly.