But the Commissioner solved her doubts by turning the key in the door.
The Count hailed a cab, and they all got into it.

Then followed a curious little drive.

The Commissioner made polite conversation with Mrs.Bailey.
He spoke of the beauties of Lacville.

"And Madame," he said, pleasantly, "is staying at the Villa du Lac?
It is a charming house, with historic associations." Sylvia was surprised.

She remembered clearly that she had not told the police official where she was staying.
When they reached the Pension Malfait they were kept waiting a few moments, but at last M.Malfait appeared in the hall.