"I did."
"At what hour was this?"
"A few minutes past twelve."
"Was that the last time you saw Mr. Mainwaring living?"
"It was."
"Can you state whether any one was in his rooms after you left?"
"I cannot."
"Mr. Scott, by your own statement, you must have been in Mr. Mainwaring's library within an hour preceding his death; consequently, I would like you to give every detail of that interview."
"I am perfectly willing, sir, but there are few to give. The interview occupied possibly ten minutes. Mr. Mainwaring appeared very weary, and, after giving directions regarding any personal mail or telegrams which might be received, stated that he wished me to consider myself his guest on the following day and join in the festivities of the occasion. I thanked him, and, wishing him good-night, withdrew."
"In which room were you?"