It was the only solution.

"Up Regent's Park way," I replied, aware that she was none the wiser for the information.
I gave the address to the cabman through the trap-door in the roof.
"I'm going to take you home with me for to-night," I said, severely.

"I have an excellent French housekeeper who will look after your comfort.
And to-morrow if that infernal young scoundrel of a lover of yours is not found, it will not be the fault of the police force of Great Britain." She laid her grubby little hand on mine.

It was very soft and cool.
"You are cross with me.

Why ?" I removed her hand.
"You mustn't do that again," said I."No; I am not in the least cross with you.