No Cantonese was in those days permitted to cross to the Sha-mien after sunset without a license. ‘Well, she’d better learn fast if she wants any truck with me. ‘Go you through the passage and find the other door. "I'll now pay the debt I owe you," cried Jack, tightening his grip till the thieftaker blackened in the face. The four men fell upon him, holding his arms and legs, while Caliban forced back his head.