Red Széll

I found her at Lausanne and tried all I knew.

She weakened, I think, but her will was strong, and when next I called, she had left the town.

I traced her to Baden, and then after a time heard that her maid was here.

I am a rough fellow, fresh from a rough life, and when Dr. Watson spoke to me as he did, I lost hold of myself for a moment.

But for God's sake, tell me what has become of the Lady Frances."

That is for us to find out, said Sherlock Holmes with peculiar gravity.

What is your London address, Mr. Green?

The Langham Hotel will find me.

Then may I recommend that you return there and be on hand in case I should want you?

I have no desire to encourage false hopes, but you may rest assured that all that can be done will be done for the safety of Lady Frances.

I can say no more for the instant.

I will leave you this card so that you may be able to keep in touch with us.

Now, Watson, if you will pack your bag, I will cable to Mrs. Hudson to make one of her best efforts for two hungry travellers at 7.30 tomorrow."

Indeed, aren't we just?

Yes, I have long been an armchair adventurer as far as books are concerned.

They can take you all over the world.

without you actually having to leave the comfort of your own home or pack that pesky suitcase.

But also, and I'm sure we'll come on to discuss this, every so often they can just act as a spur to you to get your walking boots on and take the rucksack and just go out and explore the world and broaden your horizons.

Absolutely.

I mean, it's that old truism.