29/36 I have arranged to do so next week, and you will not see me here again. That is why I gave you this chance of making inquiries." "I am much obliged," said Jennings quite believing her story, since she told it so earnestly: "but does Maraquito love Hale ?" "No. She loves Mr.Mallow, Lord Caranby's nephew." "She has a rival in Miss Saxon," said the detective. "My niece fears no rival," she said haughtily. "I do not see how she can stop the affair." "Oh yes, she can. |