"If you have no objections," said Vanbrugh addressing the officer in charge, "we will take Mr. Darche to his father's room instead of asking him to come here."
"Yes, sir," answered the detective. "We can do that."
As they were about to leave the room, Brett met them at the door. He paused a moment and looked about. Then he went straight to Vanbrugh.
"Has he seen him yet?" he asked.
"No, we are just going," answered Vanbrugh.
"Can I be of any use?"
"Stay with Mrs. Darche."
"Shall we go?" he asked, turning to John.
"How brave you are!" exclaimed Brett when they were alone.
"Does it need much courage?" asked Marion, sinking into a chair. "I do not know. Perhaps."