"But you are a native of Peru, miss?"
"I am; the daughter of Mrs. Grent's brother, and born in Lima. I came over to England to be a companion to my aunt."
"Then you must have heard about this secret society in your native land?"
"You mistake, sir," replied Donna Maria coldly. "I heard nothing."
"Was no mention made of the Blue Mummy?"
"Not in my hearing. My sole knowledge of the image you speak of was gained from Mr. Grent."
"You have told me everything?" he said.
"Everything."
Torry reflected. "Do you know if Mr. Grent was mixed up with this society in any way?"
"He never said so. I cannot say."