"I cannot tell you that now," replied the voice, "but let me assure you that I am absolutely friendly to you. It is chiefly in your interest that I want this information."
"But," protested Forrester, "it is a matter in which I cannot be too free in furnishing information to strangers."
"I know," admitted the voice, "but you'll have to trust me for the present."
"Are you a lady reporter?" asked Forrester.
"No."
"Are you securing the information for a reporter?"
"No."
"Are you connected in any way with a newspaper?"
"No."
"Are you a lady detective then?" and Forrester could not restrain a slight laugh.