for a few moments. Then he heard the manager's voice. Can I help you? Said the manager. Yes, replied Salahadin. My name's Salahadin El Nur. I'm a police inspector. I want to speak to Mr Pearson. Do you mean Mr Pearson,the archeologist? asked the manager. I'm sorry.You can't speak to Mr Pearson,sir, said the manager. Oh, said Salahadin in surprise. Why not?