| But, with a movement of great swiftness, Garson got in front of her, and barred her going. |
| Again, Garson was forced to wet his lips with a dry tongue, and to swallow painfully. |
| There came a squeal of amazement from Aggie, a start of incredulity from Garson. |
| Garson brought his fist down on the table with a force that made the glasses jingle. |
| For a final safeguard, Garson searched for and found the telephone bell-box on the surbase below the octagonal window. |
| He arose and came around the desk, so that he stood close to Garson, at whom he glowered. |
