I found myself instinctively taking that deferential course which, until the plan of battle of the prosecution is unfolded, is so safe an attitude for the defence.

It would never do for me, at this stage, to combat any theories which a detective might form.

I could best help Miss Trelawny by listening and understanding.

When the time should come for the dissipation and obliteration of the theories, I should be quite willing to use all my militant ardour, and all the weapons at my command.
"You will of course do your duty, I know," I said, "and without fear.
What course do you intend to take ?" "I don't know as yet, sir.

You see, up to now it isn't with me even a suspicion.