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.