Under the new regulations
set forth in the order of last May, motorists may be given a hearing
at once. I regret to add that m'sieur has been exceeding the speed
limit. A complaint came in but a few minutes ago from the Porte de la
Muette and we have been ordered to intercept the car. You may follow
us to the office of the magistrate, m'sieur. It will soon be over,
mademoiselle."
"But we can explain--" she began nervously.
The _sergent_ held up his hand. "It is not necessary to explain,
mademoiselle. Too many motorists have explained in the past but that
does not restore to life the people they have killed in the pursuit
of pleasure. Paris is enforcing her laws."
"But, _sergent_, I alone am to blame for any violation of the law,"
said Robin suavely. "Surely it is only necessary that I should
accompany you to the magistrate. The young lady is in no way
responsible--"
"Alas, m'sieur," said the man firmly but as if he were quite broken-
hearted, "it is not for me to disobey the law, even though you may do
so. It is necessary for the lady to appear before the Judge, and it
is our duty to convey her there.
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