But her face was composed, though grave.
Captain Stanhill advanced and shook hands with her, uttering a few words of well-bred sympathy as he did so, and then introduced Superintendent Merrington.
"Superintendent Merrington has been kind enough to come down from Scotland Yard at my request to give us the benefit of his skill in investigating this terrible crime," he said simply.
"I desired an interview with you in order to ask a few questions," said Merrington, coming to the point at once.
Miss Heredith bowed.
"Were all the blinds down in the dining-room last night during dinner ?" asked Merrington.
Captain Stanhill looked quickly at his colleague.

He failed to see the purpose of the question.
"I think so," replied Miss Heredith, after a moment's reflection.

"I cannot say for certain, as I was out of the room during the latter portion of the dinner, but I c.