Sherlock Holmes

But I have no doubt that it was in you, she confided, that Drenko had been blackmailing her on the strength of their earlier romance.

But to convict a man of murder, you need something more than words.

You need proof.

You seem to be overlooking this dissected violin on your desk, with which you attempted to murder me.

I fancy that the sample of your handiwork with the vial of gas affixed therein will offer ample proof... You'll never send me to the guillotine!

I mean Inspector Bernard.

As you noticed when you commented on his beard and cloak, Watson, the inspector's tastes in disguise are a trifle flamboyant.

Not at all, Inspector.

Your promptness in acting in response to my message undoubtedly saved Watson's life and mine.

Thank you.

Oh, no, Monsieur Holmes.

Thank you.

Rather too close a shave to suit me, Holmes.

I say, that fellow Marivaux was very ingenious.

Quite.

You know, Watson, I have one bitter regret concerning this case.

Regret?

I find that I have, despite all my protests, ended by acting for Drenko without a fee after all.

Oh!

Well, let me see.