“Yes,” the doctor answered.

“This is Lieutenant Norton on the wire, Mr. De Medici. Can you come over to my office at once?”

“What is it?”

“I haven’t time to go into any detail over the phone,” the voice answered. “But I would like to see you as soon as possible. We’ve found the murderer of Mr. Ballau.”

CHAPTER VIII
DENOUEMENT NO. 1

In which Nemesis babbles cheerfully—In which the Dead Flower adopts new petals—Postmarks and timetables and a false beard that sneers mischievously—Also a scrawl of vengeance, enigmatic ashes and a half signature.

The cab rolled through the dark streets. Dr. Lytton’s hand rested on the knee of his companion.

“All right now?” he asked.

De Medici nodded.