"I don't know that I do."
Philip hesitated, started a sentence, and closed his lips again without completing it. Nigel took up the examination.
"You know Miss Davenant, I believe?"
"Yes."
"Does she know where Sylvia and Mavis are?"
"I have no idea. You must ask her."
"I propose to."
The Seraph turned to Philip, glancing at the clock as he did so.
"I'm afraid the limits of my utility are soon reached. If there's anything I can do...."
"You can tell us where Miss Davenant is hiding," said Nigel.