Captain Hastings, You Are Monsieur Porro's Partner

Roger Hevering was a man of about forty while set up in a smart appearance. His face, however, was haggard and he was evidently laboring under great agitation. The matter in which you want to consult him, it's serious. My uncle, the best friend I have in the world, was foully murdered last night. Here in London. It is imperative that you should come with me to Derbyshire today.