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"I have never had a great opinion of our detective force here in England," said the man in the corner, in his funny, gentle, apologetic manner, "but the way that department mismanaged the affair at Ayrsham simply passes comprehension."
"Indeed? " I said, with all the quiet dignity I could command. "It is a pity they did not consult you in the matter, wasn't it?"