I suppose," he added idly, "you will go abroad also ?" "What do you mean by that ?" demanded Hale in silky tones.
"Mrs.Herne has gone to the Continent," said Jennings quietly, "and if Senora Gredos gives up this very dangerous business, she may go also.
As you will be deprived of two of your friends, Mr.Hale, doubtless you will go also." "I might.

One never knows," replied Hale coolly.
"By the way ?" asked Jennings, looking round, "I was admitted by a parlor-maid this evening.

Where is Gibber ?" "I believe Senora Gredos has dismissed him for dishonesty." "Ah, really," replied the detective, who had his own opinion.

"So it seems Senora Gredos is getting rid of her household already." Hale winced under the eye of Jennings and turned away with a shrug.

He was apparently glad to get away.