At the end of that time a newcomer entered the room.

Jennings, who had glanced at his watch, quite expected to see Cuthbert.

But, to his surprise, he came face to face with Lord Caranby.
"I did not expect to see you here," said the detective.
"I come in place of my nephew.

He is unwell," said Caranby; "present me to Senora Gredos, if you please, Mr.Jennings.".