'My uncle's ruby. My dear cousin Guy committed burglary here last night in quest of it, so I'm sure you won't mind my paying you a little call this evening as a sort of sequel.'
'I suppose Louise Casata told you about Mr Holland?'
'There's no charge for supposing.'
'Probably the same person also informed you that he went away with what he sought?'
'Did he, Miss Bewicke?'
'You had better refer to your informant.'
'I'm referring to you. I'm asking you if Guy Holland left these rooms last night in possession of my uncle's ruby?'
'Ask Miss Casata; ask your cousin even, but don't ask me.'
'I am asking you. You've been playing some confounded trick.'
'Mr Burton!'