"That is the spirit who was known, in life, as Mirza, Lady Lashmore!"
"It is possible to gain control of such a being."
"By what means?"
"By unhallowed means; yet there are those who do not hesitate to employ them. The danger of such an operation is, of course, enormous."
"I perceive, Dr. Cairn, that a theory, covering the facts of my recent experiences, is forming in your mind."
"That is so. In order that I may obtain corroborative evidence, I should like to call at your place this evening. Suppose I come ostensibly to see Lady Lashmore?"
Lord Lashmore was watching the speaker.
"There is someone in my household whose suspicions you do not wish to arouse?" he suggested.
"There is. Shall we make it nine o'clock?"