Chapter 15

"There are wheels within wheels, Mr. Latter," continued Hugh still more mysteriously. "A network of intrigue surrounds us. But do not be afraid. My orders are never to leave your side." "Good God, Mr. Drummond, do you mean to say...?" "I mean to say nothing. Only this one thing I will mention." He laid an impressive hand on Latter's arm. "Be very careful what you say to that man with the mutton-chop whiskers and the face like a sheep." And the startled M.P. was too occupied staring suspiciously at the worthy …