“Of whom of course I’m one,” I answered softly.
“Not so fast, dear boy; the matter is at the risk of life.”
“I know that.”
“And you want to risk your life?”
“Yes.”
“Well, you’re a brave fellow, but you’d not only risk your own, but the lives of the two captives.”
“Of course.”
“I’m glad you admit it, for then I think you’ll leave it to me.”
“Not much.”
“Be reasonable. You know nothing about spying, and experience is necessary for such a job. It must be born in a man to do these things, and then he must know how to use his talent.”