"It is ripped under the arms," Nick replied, "and the cloth is strained beside each shoulder seam on the back."
"I was not aware of it," said Jarvis.
"Put it on again," said Nick, and the doctor obeyed.
Nick studied his figure carefully. He made Jarvis assume a number of positions, and at last seemed satisfied.
Chick was not possessed of the information to fully understand these maneuvers, but he knew by his chief's manner that the subject was of the first importance.
After the doctor had been clothed properly for the street he was taken to Nick's home in a closed carriage.
Then Nick and Chick had a few words in private.
"That last link which I spoke of," said Nick, "must be supplied by you."
Chick nodded.
"The land back of St. Agnes' Hospital, as you know is a sort of lovers' walk," Nick continued.