“I do not know any one bearing either name.”
“She is an Englishwoman, tall of stature.”
“Ah!” The response was in a quick voice, in which was a shade of surprise.
“She dressed in black,” said Florence.
“Did you say her name was Jeckyl?” asked the woman.
“Yes. But I believe she has also gone by the name of Hawks.”
“Was she young, or old?”
“Past the middle point of life.”
“A woman answering your description was here about two weeks ago, and remained several days. But her name was Fordham.”
“Another alias, no doubt,” said Florence, in a quickened voice. “And now, madam, if you will tell me where I can find her, you will confer an obligation beyond all price.”