“It’s better as it is, sir,” said Miller. “There is no need, now, to raise any questions in detail at the inquest. The publicity of a trial for murder would have been very unpleasant for you. I wish Dr. Jervis had given the tip to me instead of to that confounded, overcautious⁠—but there, I mustn’t run down my brother officers: and it’s easy to be wise after the event.

“Good night, gentlemen. I suppose this accident disposes of your business as far as the will is concerned?”

“I suppose it does,” agreed Mr. Winwood. “But I shall enter a caveat, all the same.”