Rollins made an effort toward dignity; his words succeeded, but his manner of uttering them failed:
"My business is important, too."
"And immediate?"
"Yes, sir."
"Then perhaps I can attend to it for you."
Rollins shook his head.
"I've got to see the District-Attorney."
"But I am his assistant."
"Yes, sir, I know. But this is confidential."
Luke began to lose patience.