CHAPTER V

Madame Czerna § I A point of red light glowed in the darkness of a room high above the hurrying, pleasure-seeking throngs of New York. “H.Q.,” said a clear voice. “Report of Zone Officer 2 A from Hotel Memphis. Dr. Stopford arrived at three minutes after midnight. She established touch. He is now in his room. The steward who booked the room is with him. Zone Officer 2 A awaits instructions. Report ends.” “Report of H.Q. patrol covering the officer,” demanded a musical voice in the …