The Moonstone First Period: Chapter XIII

In which my lady, beset by an undefined unease toward Sergeant Cuff, reluctantly consents to his proposal to search the wardrobes of all house inmates in pursuit of a dress stained with a mysterious smear, despite the servants’ sensitivities and one young lady’s obstinate refusal to cooperate. Amidst these delicate negotiations and quiet observations, Sergeant Cuff’s steady resolve and inscrutable manner suggest that the path to truth may be as intricate as the household itself.