“You may have a lot of trouble proving that.”
“I expect to,” said Sandy calmly, “but we’ll get you in the end. Please don’t forget that. This matter isn’t settled by a long way.”
Mr. MacClaren rose hastily to his feet.
“Enough,” he said. “Argument will get us nowhere. Mr. Frazer will be leaving us tonight and after his departure we’ll have plenty of time to discuss your case.”
The factor darted from behind the counter and strode over to where Mr. MacClaren stood.
“I didn’t say I was going tonight,” he snarled, his face close to that of his superior.
“No, but I’m saying it. In fact, I insist upon it.”
“You’re exceeding your authority. You have no right to compel me to go.”
“Nevertheless, that is my intention.”
“I refuse to go.”