“Donald, what are you saying?”
I said, “I’m thinking out loud. I’m exploring the possibilities. How long ago did he die?”
“Three or four years.”
I said, “I think your aunt’s being blackmailed. How long has she had that maid with her?”
“Susie?”
“Yes.”
“Years.”
“Susie was with her when her husband was alive?”
“Oh, yes.”
“And did Susie like the husband?”