Mr.David is usually a very affable young gentleman, but, what between my surprise and the bustle of getting the train away, I lost the opportunity.

However, the queerest part of my story is coming.

I'm blest if he didn't leave here again by the last train at 5.58 p.m.I missed his entrance to the station, but had a good look at him as the train went out.

He showed the ticket-examiner at Ipswich a return half to London, because I asked by wire.

Now what did it all mean ?" "If I could tell you, it would save me much trouble," said Brett gravely.
"But why did you not mention these incidents subsequently ?" "Perhaps I was wrong, sir.