“Yes. They have both sworn to the document and to their own signatures, and the painter recognized his fingermarks.”

“That,” said Thorndyke, “seems to dispose pretty effectually of any question as to the genuineness of the will; and if, as I gather, Mr. Jeffrey came to the lodge alone, the question of undue influence is disposed of too.”

“Yes,” said Mr. Marchmont. “I think we must pass the will as absolutely flawless.”

“It strikes me as rather odd,” said Thorndyke, “that Jeffrey should have known so little about his sister’s intentions. Can you explain it, Mr. Blackmore?”