Black Widow. S. Fowler Wright

or how it can affect the validity of a policy on Sir Daniel’s life?”

      “I have not said that it would. But the legal position is somewhat complicated, and counsel’s opinion was being taken upon it in London this morning, the result of which I have not yet heard. You are doubtless aware of the principle that a man cannot profit from his own crime?”

      “Yes, I see.”

      As Inspector Pinkey said this, he rose up to go. He held out a hand which Mr. Fisher delayed to take. “If you would like to remain…,” he said tentatively.

      It was the Inspector’s turn to hesitate. If he resolved to stay, he might hear things which it would be very useful to know. But he could not discuss the case at this stage with the various gentlemen who were about to assemble there.

      “I should be pleased,” he said, “to remain, if it be understood that I shall not be asked to say more than I have already done.”

      “Very well, I will ask them in. I have no doubt that they are waiting now.”

      A minute later the three gentlemen entered the room.