"We have sent for you to ask you a few questions, Benson."
"I was under the impression—that is, I was led to believe—that it was Mr. Colwyn who wanted to see me."
"Never mind what you thought," retorted Galloway impatiently. "You know perfectly well what has brought us here. I'm going to ask you some questions about the murder which was committed in this inn less than three weeks ago."
"I know nothing about it, sir, beyond what I told you before."
"You will be well advised, in your own interests, not to lie, Benson. Why did you not tell us you had a second key to Mr. Glenthorpe's room?"
There was a perceptible pause before the reply came.
"I didn't think it mattered, sir."
"Then you admit you have a second key?"
"Yes, sir."
"Very well." Superintendent Galloway took out a pocket-book and made a note of the reply. "Now, where did you conceal the money?"