"She wouldn't say. But it was because she was in love with him."
"And you were jealous of Mr. Webster?"
"We-ell—yes, sir; that's about it, I guess."
"Did Miss Brace tell you she was coming to Sloanehurst?"
"No, sir. I suspected it."
"And watched her movements?"
"Yes, sir."
"And followed her?"
"Yes."
"Why did you think she was in love with Mr. Webster, Mr. Russell? And please give us a direct answer. You can understand the importance of what you're about to say."