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110 From where?

BiLLy. The house across the street; he was in there a-watchin' these windows. He must 'ave seen something, for just come out (Breathlessly ) There was a cab waitin' in the street for the doctor—and he's changed places with the driver.

Where did the driver go?

He slunk away in the dark, sir, but he ain't gone far, an' there's two or three more 'angin' about.

(slight motion of the head towards ). Ah—another driver to-night.

They're all in it, sir, an' a-layin' to get you in that cab w'en you come out, sir! But don't you do it, sir!

. On the contrary, sir, I'll have that new driver in here, sir! Get out again quick, Billy, and keep your eyes on him!

(.). Yes, sir—thank you, sir! (Exit at door )

Yes, sir! Watson, can you let me have a heavy portmanteau for a few moments?

(up ). Parsons—my large Gladstone—bring it here!

. Yes, sir. (Exit at door .)

. I'm afraid it's a pretty shabby looking

Many thanks, Mrs. Larrabee, but your first signal is all that we require. By it you informed your friend Moriarty that I was here in the house. You are now aware of the fact that he is impersonating a driver, and that it is my intention to have him in here. You wish to signal that there is danger. There is danger, Mrs. Larrabee, but we don't care to have you let him know it. Take her out, Forman, and make her comfortable and happy.

And by the way, you might tell the inspector to wait a few moments. I may send him another lot. You can't tell!

Come along now! (Takes her off at door up .)

. Fine woman!