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Rh Take her up the back stairway!

(stopping up to speak to  and speaking out very distinctly). She's in poor health and can't see anyone—you understand.

Yes! yes! Lock her in the room—and stay by the door.

You get out there! (Indicating up ). Keep quiet there till he gets in the house—then come round to the front.

I come round to the front after 'e's in the ouse—that's plain.

Be ready for 'im when he comes out! If he's got the things in spite of us, I'll give you two sharp whistles! If you don't hear it, let him pass.

But if I do 'ear the two whistles?

Then let 'im have it.

Go on, answer the bell.

Mr. Holmes, I believe.

(rises and turning to as if mildly surprised). Yes, sir.

Who did you wish to see, Mr. Holmes?

(looking steadily at an instant. Speaks very quietly). Thank you so much—I sent my card—by the butler.

(stands motionless an instant—after an instant's pause). Oh—very well. (Turns and strolls ).