At the same second Morrison snatches the necklace. If he can make a getaway, he will. If he can't, he's to pass the necklace to me or to Vanya. I want to be able to dispose of the jewelry without too much study interference from young Clayton or the lea r police. So when Mrs. Clayton goes to her room afterward, she is going to find a box of Mowers on her bed. She will open it. After that, well, for a while, after that, her son will have other things to think of besides a few lost jewels. Tanner!"
The thief he addressed, slouched for a word.
"You bought the orchids?"
Tanner left the room, presently returning with a long florist box, which he opened and laid on the table. Hank upon rank of gloriously beautiful orchids were exposed to view. Pierre inspected the box critically; then nodded approval.
"Sow, the other," he commanded.
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In the midst of the room, the door opened and cautiously drew there.  From a black band, which he carried at arm's length by a string. The others made way for him with ludicrous haste. As he pressed toward the table, the band writhed and twisted in his prancing. "Hurry up, there!" ordered La Hue. 