日期：2024-11-06 VI Inspector Colgate shifted his position at the table. He said in a thoughtful voice: Shes a determined one, she is. And shed got her knife into the dead lady, proper, she had. He stopped a minute and said reflectively: Its a pity in a way that she... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 VEmily Brewster was not able to add anything of material value to what they already knew. Weston said after she had repeated her story: And theres nothing you know of that could help us in any way? Emily Brewster said shortly: Afraid not. Its a dist... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 IV On the slightly apoplectic countenance of Major Barry various emotions seemed contending formastery. He was endeavouring to look properly horrified but could not subdue a kind ofshamefaced gusto. He was saying in his hoarse, slightly wheezy voice... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 III Mr. and Mrs. Gardener came into the presence of authority together. Mrs. Gardener explained immediately. I hope youll understand how it is, Colonel Weston (that is the name, I think?). Reassured onthis point she went on: But this has been a very... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 II When the door had closed behind Christine Redfern Inspector Colgate said: Now we are getting somewhere! Weston said: You think so, eh? Well, its suggestive, sir, you cant get away from it. Somebody in this hotel was blackmailingthe lady. Poirot m... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 Seven Christine stared at him, not seeming at once to take in what he meant. She answered almostmechanically. I supposebecause she was being blackmailed. She was the sort of person who would be. Colonel Weston said earnestly: Butdo you know she was... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 IV When Redfern had left the room, the Chief Constable observed with a slight smile: Didnt think it necessary to tell the fellow his wife had got an alibi. Wanted to hear what hedhave to say to the idea. Shook him up a bit, didnt it? Hercule Poirot... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 III Patrick Redfern had recovered full composure by now. He looked pale and haggard and suddenlyvery young, but his manner was quite composed. You are Mr. Patrick Redfern of Crossgates, Seldon, Princes Risborough? Yes. How long had you known Mrs. Ma... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 II Colonel Weston sighed, shook his head and said: Well, we can go into theories later. Got to get through these interviews now. Got to get it downin black and white where everyone was. I suppose wed better see the Marshall girl now. Shemight be abl... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 Six Colonel Weston was poring over the hotel register. He read aloud: Major and Mrs. Cowan, Miss Pamela Cowan, Master Robert Cowan, Master Evan Cowan, Rydals Mount, Leatherhead. Mr. and Mrs. Masterman, Mr. Edward Masterman, Miss Jennifer Masterman,... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 VI For a minute or two the three men pondered the question. Inspector Colgate spoke first. He said: It boils down to thiswas it an outsider, or a guest at the hotel? Im not eliminating theservants entirely, mind, but I dont expect for a minute that... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 VThe three men looked at each other. Weston said: Cool customer. Not giving anything away, is he? What do you make of him, Colgate? The Inspector shook his head. Its difficult to tell. Hes not the kind that shows anything. That sort makes a bad impr... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 IV Kenneth Marshall sat quietly answering the questions put to him. Apart from a slight hardening ofhis features he was quite calm. Seen here, with the sunlight falling on him from the window, yourealized that he was a handsome man. Those straight f... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 III The Chief Constable was being as tactful as it was in his nature to be with Mrs. Castle. Mrs. Castle was the owner and proprietress of the Jolly Roger Hotel. She was a woman of fortyodd with a large bust, rather violent henna red hair, and an al... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 II Upon my soul! said Colonel Weston. This is a surprise finding you here! Hercule Poirot replied to the Chief Constables greeting in a suitable manner. He murmured: Ah, yes, many years have passed since that affair at St. Loo. I havent forgotten it... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 Five Inspector Colgate stood back by the cliff waiting for the police-surgeon to finish with Arlenasbody. Patrick Redfern and Emily Brewster stood a little to one side. Dr. Neasden rose from his knees with a quick deft movement. He said: Strangledan... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 VI It was one of those moments when time stands still. With an odd feeling of unreality Emily Brewster heard herself saying: We musnt touch anything Not until the police come. Redferns answer came mechanically. Nonoof course not. And then in a deep... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 VIt was some five minutes later that Patrick Redfern said: Going for your row this morning, Miss Brewster? Mind if I come with you? Miss Brewster said heartily: Delighted. Lets row right round the island, proposed Redfern. Miss Brewster consulted he... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 IV Hercule Poirot breakfasted in his room as usual off coffee and rolls. The beauty of the morning, however, tempted him to leave the hotel earlier than usual. It wasten oclock, at least half an hour before his usual appearance, when he descended to... 阅读全文>>

日期：2024-11-06 III Rosamund Darnley, strolling out of the dining room after a very late breakfast, was cannoned intoby Linda as the latter came tearing down the stairs. Oh! sorry, Miss Darnley. Rosamund said: Lovely morning, isnt it? One can hardly believe it afte... 阅读全文>>