“We were speaking, some minutes ago,” he said, “of the character of your wife, as these tragic events have disclosed it.”
“Is it necessary to speak further on that subject?”
“It is, as I believe.”
“You must be aware that it is very painful to me.”
“It should not be.”
“What do you mean?”
“Mr. Parks, your wife is a pure and innocent woman, the victim of brutal wretches.”
Parks sprang to his feet.
“Mr. Carter,” he cried, “in Heaven’s name, present the proof quickly, if you have any.”
“You believe that your wife stole her own jewels in order to pawn or sell them.”