It was in my mind at first to ask you to permit me to go with you to Innesmore Mansions, and to be present during the interview with the detectives.

But a man in my position must be circumspect.

It would, perhaps, be unwise to appear too openly interested.

I don't mind telling you in confidence that I have known Mrs.Lester many years.

The shock of her death, severe as it must have been to you, is slight as compared with my own sorrow and dismay.