“Nothing.”
“You do not need my aid?”
“I do not.”
“You can call upon me.”
“No, I do not need your aid. All I ask is that you save yourself much distress and maintain your faith in the missing man.”
“You suggest it is possible he has been foully dealt with.”
“Yes.”
“Have you grounds for your belief?”
“I have one proof.”
“Will you talk with my father? Oh, please do.”