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The adventure of the speckled band.
"Well," said the lady, "he is also coming into town today. He said he had some important business. I think he will be away all day. They won't be any one at the house except for a servant. I will make sure she doesn't worry you."
"Very good. Will you come with us Watson?"
"Yes of course. What will you do this morning Miss Stonor?"
"Well, I am in town now. So there are some things I would like to do before I go home. But at 12 o'clock I will take the train to my home. I am sure I will be there when you come."
"We will come in the first part of the afternoon. There are some things I must do in town first. Would you like to eat breakfast with us?"
"No. I must go now. But I am happy that I have told you about my problem. I will see you again this afternoon". She stood up and walked out of the room.