“There, waiting in front of Jacob Two-Two’s house, reading comic books, were three policemen. “I’m Law,” said one. “I’m Order,” said another. “And I,” said the third, his chest thrust forward, “am the Officer-in-Charge.” “Pleased to meet you,” said Jacob Two-Two. “Pleased to meet you.” “And you, you little squirt,” said Law. “– must be the notorious Jacob Two-Two,” said Order. “Confess.” “Admit it.” “Don’t you dare deny it,” said the Officer-in-Charge. “But I didn’t. I didn’t,” said Jacob Two-Tw...o. “You are charged,” said Law. “– with interrupting our beauty rest last night,” said Order. “And making a phone call,” said the Officer-in-Charge, “that required us to go out on a wild-goose chase, breaking into Miss Sour Pickle’s apartment. That is a criminal offense.” “I didn’t make that phone call!” said Jacob Two-Two twice. “A likely,” said Law. “– story,” said Order. “And in due course,” said the Officer-in-Charge, “you may be obliged …”MoreLessRead More Read Less
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