"Yes. Beggars, you know, is supposed to be the name of their organization."
The detective nodded.
"Will you take the case, Carter?"
"I suppose so—if there isn't a time limit set upon it."
"You may take your own time; that is, of course, if it is not too long."
"It will require some time to do the thing thoroughly."
"I suppose so. Well, have it your own way; only succeed. That is all the railroad people desire—success."
"I will get your man; only I won't promise to do it in a day, or a week, or a month. I won't set a time."
"All right. You shall be your own master in the case."
"I will have to be that—absolutely. After I leave this office, when my interview with you is finished, you will not see me again until I have got Hobo Harry in my clutches. You will not communicate with me, or attempt to do so, and I will not communicate with you."