"Well!" replied Gebb, turning.
"If you see Edith, ask about her lover."
"Which of them, Alder or Ferris?" said Gebb, stolidly.
"Don't mention the name of either," repeated Prain slowly, "but ask about her lover. Then--well, you'll see what will come of your question."
The detective gazed steadily at the solicitor.
"What do you mean?" he demanded, struck by the significance of the man's words and look.
"You'll find that out when she answers."
"How will she answer?" demanded Gebb, quite mystified.
"Ah!" said Prain, with a long breath, "you ask and see."