“‘Gent gone, sir!’ announced the young boy, waving his arms in the air. ‘Which gent, Stebbins?’ asked Ravenscroft. ‘The miserable one with the long nose.’ ‘Jenkins,’ said Crabb. ‘Confound it! When?’ asked an annoyed Ravenscroft. ‘Went after breakfast. Not seen again. Others all in a flap, sir.’ ‘So Mr Ganniford and Miss Eames are still here?’ ‘Yes.’ ‘At least that is something. Do you happen to know where Mr Jenkins went to?’ ‘No, sir.’ ‘Thank you, Stebbins. If you hear anything ...about the missing gent be sure to let us know,’ said Ravenscroft, entering the inn. ‘I’ll ask around. Got me scouts here. Have no fear. Him that’s lost will be found. Leave it to Stebbins, sir,’ smiled the potboy. ‘I sincerely hope so, Stebbins. Where are the others?’ ‘In the snug.’ Ravenscroft and Crabb entered the small room.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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