She sent for Mr.Macdougal." "Macdougal," Mr.Marsham explained, "is a confidential servant of Lord Ashleigh's.

He was sent over here with Lady Ella." The Inspector nodded.
"Go on." "I found Mr.Macdougal's door locked.

He must have gone out.

When I came back here, I found this!" The Inspector made a careful examination of the room.
"Tell me," he enquired, "is this the young lady who owned the wonderful Ashleigh diamonds ?" "They've gone!" Lenora shrieked.

"They've been stolen! She was wearing them when I left the room!" The Inspector turned to the telephone.
"Mr.Marsham," he said, "I am afraid this will be a difficult affair.