The Toff And The Deadly Priest (2014) - Plot & Excerpts
Rollison bestirred himself, lit a cigarette, and said: “Yes. Make that coffee, will you?” He sat back in an easy chair, smoking, his eyes narrowed towards the ceiling. He did not stir until Jolly came in, placed the tray on a small table, and turned to go. “Bring a cup for yourself,” said Rollison. “Thank you, sir.” Jolly returned with cup and saucer, and Rollison watched while he poured out. On such occasions, it was not Jolly’s habit to sit on the edge of the chair – if Rollison suggested a drink together, then Jolly rightly assumed that he did not want to stand on ceremony. When Jolly was sitting back and stirring his coffee, Rollison appeared to relax. “You’re quite right,” he said, with a faint smile. “Kemp is the obvious suspect Number One – a shattering realization. I should have remembered that Isobel Crayne told me that she had heard him preach in Mayfair. But unless I am badly mistaken, he is developing a fondness for Miss Crayne.
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