"There has been too much time lost already.

I will start with examining the room where the body is, if you please." "Certainly." Miss Heredith rose from her seat as she uttered the word.
"My dear Alethea!"-- Musard's tone was expostulatory--"I will take the detective upstairs.

There is no need for you to come." "I prefer to do so." Miss Heredith's tone admitted of no further argument.

She was about to lead the way from the room when she paused and glanced at Tufnell.

"When will Dr.Holmes be here ?" she asked.
"Almost immediately, ma'am." "You had better stay here and receive him, Philip." Miss Heredith placed her hand affectionately on her brother's shoulder.