As for Mortimer, he remained a complete
enigma.
That, summarised, was the gist of the story of Bellward's arrest.
The report laid great stress on the fact that no one outside half
a dozen Intelligence men had any knowledge (a) of Bellward being
an unnaturalized German, (b) of his arrest."
Desmond's orders, which he reserved to the last ere short and to
the point. They consisted of five numbered clauses.
"1. You will have a free hand. The surveillance of the house was
withdrawn on your arrival and will not be renewed.
"2. You will not leave the house until further orders.
"3. You will keep careful note of any communication that may be
made to you, whether verbal or in writing, of whatever nature it
is. When you have anything to be forwarded, ring up 700 Slanning
on the telephone and give Bellward's name. You will hand your
report to the first person calling at the house thereafter asking
for the letter for Mr. Elias.
"4. If help is urgently required, ring up 700 Stanning and ask
for Mr. Elias. Assistance will be with you within 15 minutes
after. This expedient must only be used in the last extremity.
"5. Memorize these documents and burn the lot before you leave
the house."
"Handy fellow, Mr. Elias," was Desmond's commentary, as he sprang
out of bed and made for the bathroom.
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