"I wonder if he intends to knife Hume ?" for Brett had given his professional _confrere_ a synopsis of all that happened before they met, and of his subsequent conversation with the "happy couple" in Beechcroft Hall.
He repeated this remark to the barrister when he reached Brett's chambers.
"Capella will do nothing so crude," was the comment.

"He is no fool.

I do not credit him with the murder of Sir Alan, but if I am mistaken in this respect, it is impossible to suppose that he can dream of clearing his path again by the same drastic method.

Of course he means mischief, but he will stab reputations, not individuals." "When will you come to the Black Museum ?" "At once, if you like.

But before we set out I want to discuss Mr.Okasaki with you.