‘Tom’s father had collected the boat and towed it back to Greylands. But nobody had said they had driven Robin’s car back. It wasn’t still parked at the sailing club, so what had happened to it? Of course that is the obvious answer – he never took it there in the first place.’ ‘But why?’ said Elsie. ‘It was working perfectly well. Instead, he apparently accepts a lift from this mysterious stranger who has dropped by for coffee. Maybe he wasn’t in a fit state to drive?’ ‘I told you: the coroner’s report says no alcohol – anyway, it would have been a bit early even for Robin. And he wouldn’t have gone sailing if he was drunk.’ ‘Drugs?’ ‘Robin stopped that years ago. Sophie thought not, but I believe Tom. He knew Robin right up to the end.’ Elsie looked doubtful, but I did believe Tom on this and most other things. ‘OK, then,’ said Elsie, ‘why do they drive down together? Not to enjoy the facilities at the sailing club, which are apparently zero.’ ‘Yes, it’s very basic at Snow Hill – just a place to store your boat and equipment.
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