Chapter 13
There was a lot of forced jollity at dinner, but there was also a palpable feeling of relief. It had been a grim time, especially for those who had known Irene, but there was a confidence now that the modus operandi of the smugglers had been uncovered and that the police had arrested the right people.
“It’s difficult to take in,” commented Robert, “but five of those criminals have dined at this table, if you count Julian. I wonder if that is a coincidence. No comment I suppose, Tom.”
Tom looked at Robert and wagged his finger!
John murmured, “How could I have been so naïve? I never thought I would meet, let alone dine with, someone who could take another life. And Irene too –
she was such a special lady. She was such a good conversationalist and an excellent musician, and
