Chapter 10
Mr Hewlett Puts Out the Word
Rachel’s face showed her anxiety. “My dear husband, you should not be out of bed,” she scolded gently.
Stephen smiled. “Dr Smythe called while you were out, my love, and is pleased that I am recovering well. I am no longer dizzy when I stand, and my head no longer hurts.”
Taking her in his arms, he kissed her cheek.
“Thank you for taking such good care of me.”
Releasing her, he sat down again.
“The thief seems to have taken my notebook. I had noted everyone who had suffered some loss or injustice at the hands of Hewlett or his cronies. If it falls into the wrong hands. . . .” He frowned at the prospect.
“Do you have any other record of them?”
“Happily, yes.”
Stroking his chin, he considered his best course of action. “I shall have to ask Ma
