"Exactly so, sir," replied the Inspector. "His Excellency gave us some particulars and then sent us on."
"You know the nature of the case?"
"His Excellency informed us himself."
"And what steps have you taken?"
"Well, sir, to begin with, we have given orders for a thorough search throughout the city and suburbs for the tutor and the sham nobleman, at the same time more men are out looking for the real Lord Beckenham. We are also trying to find your coachman, who was supposed to have driven Miss Wetherell away from Government House, and also the carriage, which is certain to be found before very long."
He had hardly finished speaking before there was another loud ring at the bell, and presently the butler entered once more. Crossing to Mr. Wetherell, he said—
"Two policemen are at the front door, and they have brought Thompson home, sir."
"Ah! We are likely to have a little light thrown upon the matter now. Let them bring him up here."
"He's not in a very nice state, sir."
"Never mind that. Bring him up here, instantly!"