“One more question, permettez ⁠—Lady Yardly, which plan does she approve?”

“Oh, she’s bitterly opposed to my selling the jewel. You know what women are. She’s all for this film stunt.”

“I comprehend,” said Poirot. He remained a moment or so in thought, then rose briskly to his feet. “You return to Yardly Chase at once? Bien! Say no word to anyone⁠—to anyone mind⁠—but expect us there this evening. We will arrive shortly after five.”

“All right, but I don’t see⁠—”

“ Ça n’a pas d’importance ,” said Poirot kindly. “You will that I preserve for you your diamond, n’est-ce pas ?”