In the meantime, there's no need to detain you.

Now," he continued, turning to the manager, when the detectives, somewhat puzzled and bewildered, had left the room, "will you see that your nicest supper is served--for three--in this room at eleven o'clock, against Mademoiselle's return?
Send up your best champagne.

And do not allow yourself to dwell on Mademoiselle's agitation on discovering her loss.

That agitation was natural.

If it is any consolation to you, I will give you a conclusion which may be satisfactory to your peace of mind as manager.