Ring of Spies by Alex Gerlis

Author:Alex Gerlis [Gerlis, Alex]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: Canelo Digital Publishing Limited
Published: 2020-12-15T06:00:00+00:00

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They gathered in his basement flat on the Sunday afternoon: Lance King, Audrey and the police inspector from Rotherhithe police station. Prince carefully recounted every detail he could recall.

‘So none of them looked like this man?’ The police inspector was showing him a mugshot of Fenton. He’d already apologised for not bringing it on the Friday.

‘Definitely not.’

‘I think the one you said was called Sid – darkish complexion, blue eyes – that’s probably Sid McConnell, a known associate of Fenton’s. I wouldn’t be surprised if Lenny’s there when you go back on Tuesday.’

‘I imagine they’ll wait until then to check you out,’ said Audrey. ‘That’s a promising sign.’

‘Don’t forget I promised them some packets of the cigarettes I said I’d nicked.’

‘I’ll get you a carton, don’t worry,’ said King. ‘What brand was it?’

‘Player’s Medium Navy Cut – packets of ten.’

‘Twelves packets in a cartoon: give them nine, looks more plausible.’

‘I could try and get someone in the pub if you want – to keep an eye on you?’ The inspector seemed keen to help.

Prince was about to say that was a good idea, but King said there was no need.

‘And you’re certain no one followed you back here last night?’

‘I’m certain of it.’

‘Very well. Spend Monday wandering around the docks – the ones on the south bank, where Fenton’s most likely to hear about you: Greenland, Quebec, Canada, Albion and Lady – go to all of them and ask if there’s any work. Make sure you give your name.’

‘What if I get offered something?’

‘Doubt you will, but in any case they’d usually start you the following day.’

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