The detective instantly leaped to his feet again.

"Patsy!" he exclaimed. "What brings you here?"

[!-- CH17 --]

CHAPTER VII.

A REALLY COMPETENT GHOST.

Patsy told his story in a few words.

He had watched the Stevens house all day without discovering anything.

As evening descended, however, his patience had been rewarded.

"She came out," said Patsy, "and quietly scooted off across the fields."

"Millie Stevens?"