She didnt really have a choice. So stipulated, Mason said. He... just grabbed me, said it would be exciting. It all happened so fast. Her cheeks flushed. Will you erase the pictures? I, Mason said, somewhat grimly, am going to have to get on the job right now. Whatd she get you to talk about? So, you think well get through all of it okay? He didnt know why he was asking, but for some reason he wanted to know her answer. The lawyer sat in his canoe, binoculars ready, waiting. There was no slightest indication from the house that any untoward events were in the making. Do as I say, not as Idont do, Tapshaw had quipped. Just doing his job. Mason pushed the gun back in his pocket and descended the stairs. I looked around carefully and then bent down so that my forearm rested on the door sill. I grew a confidential look on my face.You wouldnt be a kidnapper, would you? Carmen Monterrey slipped the money down the front of her blouse, moved into the vacant seat opposite Della Street, said,Let me have your hand. Shes tired and needs a nap; Ill stay here, until she wakes up. We can ask, I said. And now, Cowl, sit down, compose yourself, and start talking. And? Mason asked. Yes, sir. Mason put the certified check on Lutts desk. Not right now, no..