The keen-witted old diplomatist guessed that there must be some motive behind the suggestion, and he at once agreed.
As soon as they were free from observation, Adam began.
"I am afraid, sir, that there is more going on in this neighbourhood than most people imagine.

I was out this morning, and on the edge of the small wood, I came upon the body of a child by the roadside.

At first, I thought she was dead, and while examining her, I noticed on her neck some marks that looked like those of teeth." "Some wild dog, perhaps ?" put in Sir Nathaniel.
"Possibly, sir, though I think not--but listen to the rest of my news.

I glanced around, and to my surprise, I noticed something white moving among the trees.

I placed the child down carefully, and followed, but I could not find any further traces.