"Anything you have to say can be spoken right out; we are all one company here."
"That would not be according to instructions."
Rigby really wanted to talk alone with the man, but did not wish to make it so appear.
"What do you say, boys, shall I let him see me alone?"
"Certainly," came the answer.
"Come along, my friend," commanded Rigby.
The detective followed the proprietor of the tavern inside the house, and was led to a rear room.
"Now what have you got to say?"
"You are Rigby!"
"Yes, I am Rigby."