In the absence of any police evidence or any identification, the discussion as to the manner of the death was naturally limited.

The jury contented themselves by bringing in a verdict of "Wilful murder against some person or persons unknown." Laverick laid down the paper.

The completion of the inquest was at least the first definite step toward safety.

The question now before him was what to do with that twenty thousand pounds.

He sat at his desk, looking into vacancy.