This produced another bitter outcry from Douglas about the loss of his afternoon.

Mr.Flexen did not soothe him at all by pointing out that he was in a beautiful country on a beautiful day.

Then he told them about the coming of the mysterious woman and her violent quarrel with the Lord Loudwater just about the probable time of his death.

Douglas at once lost his irritated air and displayed a lively interest in the matter; Gregg listened and blinked.

Mr.Flexen told them also of Hutchings, his threats, and his visit to the Castle.