'The climax was unfortunate, but you have certainly got some valuable facts.' Racksole said nothing.
'I myself have a clue,' added the detective.

When your message arrived I was just coming up to see you.

I want you to accompany me to a certain spot not far from here.

Will you come, now, at once ?' 'With pleasure,' said Racksole.
At that moment a page entered with a telegram.

Racksole opened it read: 'Please come instantly.Nella.Hotel Wellington, Ostend.' He looked at his watch.
'I can't come,' he said to the detective.