A young man named Holt is accused of stealing a large sum of money from his employer, Nicobar Bullion Company. The case becomes a complex web of deception and betrayal as the truth is revealed through a series of clues and red herrings. Will Holt be able to prove his innocence, or will he be convicted of the crime?
By Arthur Morrison · First published 1899 · Genre: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Adventure · 4 chapters