“I shall never attend another of his séances. I’ll urge Mrs. Hodges to turn him from her house.”
“Mrs. Weems, are you willing to help get evidence against him?” asked Mr. Parker abruptly.
“Why, yes, if I can.”
“Then go to the Hodges’ exactly as you have in the past,” instructed the publisher. “Penny has been warned by Gepper not to attend any of the séances, but you’ll still be welcome. Learn everything you can and report to me.”
“I’ll be glad to do it, Mr. Parker.”
“Don’t allow him to guess that you have become suspicious. Above all, never withdraw your money from the bank at his suggestion.”
“You may be sure I won’t. This has taught me a bitter lesson.”
“Haven’t you an assignment for me, Dad?” inquired Penny. “How about Kano’s Curio Shop?”
“Early tomorrow I’ll send Jerry there to question the old Jap.”
“Will you notify the police?”