Which sentence from the story best supports the idea that Easton has committed a serious crime?
A. "'All marshals handcuff themselves to their prisoners to keep them from getting away.'"
B. "'But you must go on to Leavenworth, I suppose?'"
C. "'It's seven years for counterfeiting.'"
D. "'My dear Miss Fairchild,' said Easton, calmly, 'I had to do something.'"