Meanwhile, Jennie, be on your guard, and I will write you again as soon as I have something further to tell." The reading of this letter greatly increased Jennie's fears, for she felt assured that, stupid as the men undoubtedly were, they verged so closely on the brink of discovery, they were almost certain to stumble upon the truth if the investigation was continued.

She wrote a hurried note to the Princess, imploring her to be cautious, and not inadvertently give any clue that would lead to her discovery.

Her letter evidently crossed one from the Princess herself.

Lord Donal had confessed, said the letter, and promised never, never to do it again.
"He says that before my letter was received he had stopped the detectives, who were doing no good and apparently only annoying innocent people.

He says the search is ended, as far as the detective is concerned, and that I need fear no more intrusions from inquiry agents, male or female.