The average burglar isn't of a literary turn of mind.
Still, if Laura has really heard something, all the more reason why you should make us a visit.

Wait a moment.

I've an idea." The admiral set the burglar alarm and tried it.

The expression on his face was blank.

"Am I getting deafer ?" "No bell rang," said Fitzgerald quickly.
"By cracky, if Laura is right! But not a word to her, mind.