He bowed silently, and she went out, returning soon with a bank cheque, which she placed in his hands, saying:
"So ends the case of the Wardour diamonds. I shall not take it up again."
"What! do you really mean that?"
"I really do."
The detective opened his lips, as if about to remonstrate, then closed them suddenly, and moved toward the door.
"Do you still cling to your intention of notifying the town authorities, and setting them upon Doctor Heath?" she asked.
He turned toward her, with a peculiar smile upon his face.
"You have offered a reward for your jewels, I believe?"
"You mistake, I have offered a reward for the apprehension of the thief or thieves."
"And—as you have withdrawn the case, shall you withdraw your reward also?"