"My own opinion, not newly formed, for I have had it all along; but what we have been told gives a new turn to it. And still," I added fretfully, "we are in the dark. Where can we look for direction as to the next step to be taken?"
"Has it not occurred to you," said Bob, "that it was singular that Mr. Nisbet should have had the body of his stepdaughter cremated instead of buried in the usual manner?"
"He may be an enthusiast on the subject of cremation," I observed. "Many eminent men advocate such a disposal of the dead."
"There is another answer to the question. We are both agreed that there has been foul play. If we are right, Mr. Nisbet, by having the body cremated, has effectually destroyed the most important evidence that could be sought against him."
"The doctor testified at the inquest to the cause of the young lady's death."
"Ah, the doctor. The inquiry agent gave you his name, I believe?"
"He did. It is Cooper."
"Might not something be gained from him?"
I caught at the suggestion.
"A good thought, Bob."