Epilogue
Jack Templeton revealed the whereabouts of Ernest Sinclair within twelve hours of his arrest. He had, as Rowland suspected, always liked the boy and intended him no direct harm. Of course, Ernest had, by that time, already been rescued by his uncle and a band of Communists.
Templeton was duly charged with the murder of his father, Charles Hayden, and the kidnapping of Ernest Sinclair. On the charge of murder, the defence argued successfully for mitigation, and he was convicted of the lesser charge of manslaughter as well as that of kidnapping. The charges against Rowland Sinclair were dropped.
Elisabeth Sinclair sent out beautifully illuminated cards announcing her return to Sydney. Three nurses moved with her and worked tirelessly in shifts to ensure she had around-the-clock c
