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My Aunt. Chapter 17
Date: 10/11/2014, Categories: First Time, Author: Annamagique, Rating: 8, Source: LushStories
is possible, “ he replied, “but I don't think she would have survived so long in the condition she was in. No, I would say no more than a few hours.” “So you found her around Eleven, Bethany?” “I suppose about that, sir, yes,” she replied, sitting upright again. “Hmmm... I see. And what time did you see Private Billington back to his room, Miss Harcourt?” I thought carefully. “I suppose, about eight-thirty,” I replied, thinking carefully. “That would be about right, Aunt Helen?” I asked “Yes,” she agreed. “I think it would have been about then.” Writing everything in his little notebook, Sergeant Morgan continued, “When you telephoned me yesterday, Miss, you said something about this Charlie Manston having had an argument with the deceased and turning up late with his hand bandaged. Did something concern you about that?” “Yes, it did,” I replied sharply. “I saw what had happened between them in the courtyard and I was afraid he may have done it again.” “It seems your fears had some substance, I am sorry to say, Miss Harcourt. As I said, we will find him before long. He can't hide for ever. When you returned from you visit to the town, was that the last time you saw him?” “Yes,” I replied. “I have spoken to Sir Michael,” he continued. “It seems that was the last time anyone saw him. Oh, I almost forgot.” he said, turning to Aunt Helen, “Sir Michael sends his condolences and says he will speak to you later when you have had time to settle.” Lady Helen smiled and nodded ...