Chapter 21
Starmidge, lingering a moment on the steps of the bank to consider whether he would go straight to Chesham or repair to headquarters for a consultation with his superior, was suddenly joined by the manager who had just given him his information. "You are going down to Lowdale Court?" asked the manager. "During the morning-yes," answered Starmidge. "If it will be any help to you," said the manager, "I'll ring up Mrs. Lester on the telephone, and let her know you're coming. She's rather a nervous woman and it will pave the way for you if I give you a sort of introduction. Besides-" here he paused, and looked at the detective with an inquiring air-"don't you think Mrs. Lester had better be warned-at once-not to speak of this matter until she's seen you?" "You think she may be approached?"
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