It is likely that his main idea was to burgle the house; but Mr.Douglas chanced to come upon him, so he murdered him and escaped." "That's how I read it," said Barker.

"But, I say, aren't we wasting precious time?
Couldn't we start out and scout the country before the fellow gets away ?" The sergeant considered for a moment.
"There are no trains before six in the morning; so he can't get away by rail.

If he goes by road with his legs all dripping, it's odds that someone will notice him.

Anyhow, I can't leave here myself until I am relieved.

But I think none of you should go until we see more clearly how we all stand." The doctor had taken the lamp and was narrowly scrutinizing the body.
"What's this mark ?" he asked.