But are we any nearer to finding the murderer?
Tell me that." "Only a bit nearer, at any rate," replied Hughes suavely.

"This lady, of course, remains in custody." "Yes, yes," answered the inspector.

"Take her away!" he ordered.
A constable came forward for the countess and Colonel Hughes gallantly held open the door.
"You will have an opportunity, Sophie," he said, "to think up another story.

You are clever--it will not be hard." She gave him a black look and went out.

Bray got up from his desk.