“Everything that the Varin brothers had put in it⁠—a very pretty collection of diamonds and pearls picked up here and there by the said brothers.”

“And did you take it?”

“Of course I did. Do you blame me?”

“I understand⁠ ⁠… it was the disappearance of that casket that caused my brother to kill himself.”

“Probably. The disappearance of your correspondence was not a sufficient motive. But the disappearance of the casket.⁠ ⁠… Is that all you wish to ask me?”

“One thing more: your name?”

“You ask that with an idea of seeking revenge.”

“ Parbleu! The tables may be turned. Today, you are on top. Tomorrow⁠—”