18/21 But he asked another question. After his lordship died I couldn't go away without them--carrying with me nothing but the word of a dead man. The orders came this morning, safe enough; but I had the summons served on me then to attend the inquest, and had to stay for it. I'm going away now, my lord, by the first train." Lord Hartledon was satisfied, and nodded his head. As he turned back he met Dr.Ashton. |