You forget that there's a
difference between us--you are an unknown adventurer, carried on the
books of the police as a fugitive from justice, and I can walk to the
hotel and get twenty reputable men to vouch for me. I advise you to be
careful not to mention my name in connection with Count von Stroebel's
death."
He had begun jauntily, but closed in heat, and when he finished Armitage
nodded to signify that he understood perfectly.
"A few more deaths and you would be in a position to command tribute from
a high quarter, Monsieur."
"Your mind seems to turn upon assassination. If you know so much about
Stroebel's death, it's unfortunate that you left Europe at a time when
you might have rendered important aid in finding the murderer. It's a bit
suspicious, Monsieur Armitage! It is known at the Hotel Monte Rosa in
Geneva that you were the last person to enjoy an interview with the
venerable statesman--you see I am not dull, Monsieur Armitage!"
"You are not dull, Chauvenet; you are only shortsighted. The same
witnesses know that John Armitage was at the Hotel Monte Rosa for
twenty-four hours following the Count's departure.
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