"Yes, and according to Orton Darwin was a cautious speculator. I'll wager the secretary was the better judge of Darwin's character. Orton's shrewd for all that he's a wretched creature. No, that money did not go into Wall Street, and I'm going to locate it in just a moment. Well?" as Raines came in again.
"Cunningham's balance is ten thousand dollars," returned Raines.
"Any increase lately?" asked McKelvie.
"No, just a steady decrease," answered the cashier.
"Has he a strong box?"
"Yes, he has."
"May I examine its contents?" inquired McKelvie.
Raines looked at Mr. Trenton.
"It's all right. I'll come along, too," and Mr. Trenton rose.
"By the way, Mr. Raines," said McKelvie, "I should like this investigation conducted as inconspicuously as possible. I'm a rich eccentric who wants to hire a strong box, if anyone asks any questions."