The Moonstone First Period: Chapter XX

In which the household is thrown into turmoil following a most distressing event, and Sergeant Cuff arrives to inquire with calm resolve into the troubling circumstances surrounding a departed servant. Amidst the quiet sorrow and steadfast loyalty of the Verinder family, Mr. Franklin contemplates his departure while the Sergeant prepares to lay before Lady Verinder the evidence collected, evincing a solemn readiness to see his duty fulfilled.