“I see.”
“I also communicated with the gentleman from whom he borrowed the suit case. He said that Mr. Maybrick did not inform him why he wanted it, but promised to return it this morning. That further convinces me, Mr. Carter, that he expected to return during the night.”
“I agree with you again,” said Nick. “Did he depart in a conveyance, or on foot?”
“On foot.”
“And you know nothing more of his movements?[Pg 11]”
“Absolutely nothing.”
“How long ago were you at the rectory?”
“About an hour ago. I came directly here in my limousine.”
“I will call up Mrs. Soule and you may talk with her,” said Nick, turning to the telephone on his library table. “Find out whether Mr. Maybrick has returned since you left the rectory. If not, tell Mrs. Soule that you have conferred with me, and that I will call there in about an hour. Direct her to say and do nothing more until I arrive.”
“I understand,” Miss Farley said, complying eagerly.