I have a slightly personal interest in the matter. I’ve been practically chucked out by my family. In fact, most of it is under the impression that I went to the colonies ten year ago…’ Gyrth stopped him. ‘When you took off your spectacles a moment ago,’ he said, ‘you reminded me of…’ Mr Campion’s pale face flushed. ‘Shall we leave it at that?’ he suggested. A wave of understanding passed over the boy’s face. He poured himself out another drink.
