"Have you any theory as to who could have taken them?" inquired Currier with more animation than he had up to the moment displayed.
"Absolutely none. I cannot even see how anybody had the chance to take them. No one knew they were there."
"Would you be willing to show me where they were hidden and allow me to investigate?"
"Certainly. I fear, however, search will be useless."
"Still I should like to look."
"I'll take you downstairs then, while we have the opportunity. You must have something to eat, too, for you must be hungry after your long ride."
"I could do with a cup of coffee, if convenient."
"You shall have more than that—a hearty breakfast. I am sure you need it. When do you start back?"
"That is for Mr. Heath to decide."
"Right off. As soon as you can get under way," Stanley Heath said decisively. "It is a fine day and you had better make the most of the tide."