placed two florins into the palm. “When I jump out,” said Giles, “just follow me, and then do exactly as I do.” Harry nodded. The taxi swung round the corner and slowed down for a moment just as Giles opened the door. He leaped out on to the pavement, toppled over, quickly picked himself up, then dashed into the nearest shop, throwing himself on the floor. Harry followed only seconds later, slammed the door behind him and was lying by his friend’s side just as the second cab shot around the corner. “Can I help you, sir?” asked a sales assistant, hands on hips, looking down at the two young
