human
That's all right, my dear chap--really, he said in his clear, low-pitched voice.
gpt
You see, my profession happens to be that of a detective, and I stand at present as official representative of Scotland Yard. The Sergeant here has come to do his unpleasant duty, and place a guard over the body. It would be better for you, really, to go and lie down. After such a terrible shock....
human
I'll go, and gladly! returned Ross with a grim nod of the head and a sudden warming of colour in the pale cheeks of him.
gpt
It's not been the pleasantest task sitting here with--him--like that, Mr. Deland. And as you happen to have jumped up from nowhere and taken matters so entirely in hand, I'll relinquish my trust. But I didn't somehow like to leave--him--alone. After what's happened--the strange method of his death--and all the rest of this ghastly affair, I meant to keep the rest of the world away from him, if possible, and if the murderer should chance to come back! --a sudden light flashed into his eyes and involuntarily his body stiffened--
human
Spoken like a soldier and a gentleman, said Cleek softly, with a nod of understanding.
gpt
Now I want to have a look at your father, Mr. Duggan. And I'd like it if you could just find it in your heart to stay here with me for a moment or two, and acquaint me with the facts. Your sister has told me the rough outline, and----
human
My sister? His voice showed the surprise which this news elicited.
gpt
How did you see her, then?
human
That is a long story, which you shall hear some other time. At present she simply sent for me in a very quick and excellent manner, and I came at once. The worthy Sergeant and his men followed.... Now, Sergeant, place your men as I told you, and I'll get on to the business of examination. I only want to get a rough idea of the true method of death, and glean what clues I can for Mr. Narkom, who will arrive in the morning.... And, gad! He glanced up at the huge clock which was ticking away the minutes and hours with sonorous voice.
gpt
It's getting on that way now. Now, Sergeant, if you can get one of your men to give me a hand with the body----