'
He gave her an ironical, low bow; then looked once more at Arthur.
'If I can be of no further use to you, perhaps you would leave me to my
own reflections. The lodgekeeper will give you the exact address of the
village constable.'
Arthur did not answer. He stared into vacancy, as if he were turning over
things in his mind. Then he turned sharply on his heel and walked towards
the gate. Susie and Dr Porhoet, taken completely aback, did not know what
to do; and Haddo's little eyes twinkled as he watched their discomfiture.
'I always thought that your friend had deplorable manners,' he murmured.
Susie, feeling very ridiculous, flushed, and Dr Porhoet awkwardly took
off his hat. As they walked away, they felt Haddo's mocking gaze fixed
upon them, and they were heartily thankful to reach the gate. They found
Arthur waiting for them.
'I beg your pardon,' he said, 'I forgot that I was not alone.'
The three of them drove slowly back to the inn.
'What are you going to do now?' asked Susie.
For a long time Arthur made no reply, and Susie thought he could not have
heard her.
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