"State the facts, sir."
"First tell me your own interest in the girl."
Vance told the real facts of his meeting with Renie, and when he had concluded, Mr. Selton said:
"So you are Vance the great Government detective!"
"I am."
"I can confide in you; had you told me who you were, I Should have been pleased to have told my story, sooner."
"Better late than never."
"My tale is briefly told. Renie is my daughter."
"Your daughter?"
"Yes."