1 00:00:40,316 --> 00:00:43,419 That damned woman. 2 00:00:48,186 --> 00:00:51,257 Hold your board higher, please. 3 00:00:51,258 --> 00:00:53,190 -There's been a terrible mistake. 4 00:00:53,191 --> 00:00:54,294 I must insist on speaking 5 00:00:54,295 --> 00:00:56,435 to Inspector Wellington immediately. 6 00:01:17,663 --> 00:01:19,083 I can explain. 7 00:02:03,295 --> 00:02:05,020 It's just a misunderstanding. 8 00:02:05,021 --> 00:02:07,816 -Misunderstandings seem to follow you wherever you go. 9 00:02:07,817 --> 00:02:10,543 -Fine. I never should have requested the assistance 10 00:02:10,544 --> 00:02:12,683 of my friends, but it was a particularly complex case. 11 00:02:12,684 --> 00:02:14,616 -Mr. Potts is your friend now, is he? 12 00:02:14,617 --> 00:02:15,858 -Not exactly. 13 00:02:15,859 --> 00:02:17,584 He was calling on Ivy when the police showed up 14 00:02:17,585 --> 00:02:19,690 accusing me of all manner of wrong doing. 15 00:02:19,691 --> 00:02:20,691 -Public disorder. 16 00:02:20,692 --> 00:02:22,658 -Solomon pretended to be intoxicated. 17 00:02:22,659 --> 00:02:23,556 Identity fraud. 18 00:02:23,557 --> 00:02:25,109 -I gave Ivy that cover in good faith. 19 00:02:25,110 --> 00:02:27,698 How was I to know that my old head mistress was still alive? 20 00:02:27,699 --> 00:02:30,356 -Theft? -Clementine is a law unto herself. 21 00:02:30,357 --> 00:02:32,427 I never told her to pickpocket a government minister. 22 00:02:32,428 --> 00:02:37,328 -Please do not tell me any more. -William... 23 00:02:37,329 --> 00:02:39,227 thank you for ensuring no charges will be brought. 24 00:02:39,228 --> 00:02:40,366 I will give you no more trouble. 25 00:02:40,367 --> 00:02:42,782 -Oh, how I would love to believe that. 26 00:02:42,783 --> 00:02:44,203 Sign your release form. 27 00:02:50,411 --> 00:02:52,067 -Barnabus is in a terrible state. 28 00:02:52,068 --> 00:02:55,277 He was signing his release form with shaking hands, Lizzie. 29 00:02:55,278 --> 00:02:57,037 Never has he been so humiliated. 30 00:02:57,038 --> 00:02:58,280 -I said I'm sorry. 31 00:02:58,281 --> 00:02:59,971 -I wouldn't be surprised if he never sets foot 32 00:02:59,972 --> 00:03:01,180 in our house again. 33 00:03:01,181 --> 00:03:04,217 -If only. This is all Moses's fault. 34 00:03:04,218 --> 00:03:05,460 If he'd been on hand I wouldn't have had to 35 00:03:05,461 --> 00:03:09,118 -look elsewhere for help. -Where is Moses, anyway? 36 00:03:09,119 --> 00:03:12,469 Hit him! 37 00:03:27,276 --> 00:03:28,793 Go on! 38 00:03:32,039 --> 00:03:32,939 Oh, yeah! 39 00:03:45,466 --> 00:03:47,496 Pay up, pay up. 40 00:03:49,332 --> 00:03:53,162 -I believe I have some winnings? 41 00:03:54,475 --> 00:03:56,925 Police, nobody move. 42 00:04:05,245 --> 00:04:06,555 -Do I need remind you that gambling 43 00:04:06,556 --> 00:04:09,835 without a license is illegal? 44 00:04:11,665 --> 00:04:13,286 Get them in the wagon, lads. 45 00:04:20,432 --> 00:04:22,916 I'm a fair man, so I'll give you two choices. 46 00:04:22,917 --> 00:04:27,024 Arrest, or you give me some information. 47 00:04:27,025 --> 00:04:30,199 I need to track down a certain suspect who's gone to ground. 48 00:04:30,200 --> 00:04:31,511 I'll tell you who. 49 00:04:31,512 --> 00:04:33,237 But it's a highly confidential case. 50 00:04:33,238 --> 00:04:34,445 -So you must keep it to yourself. 51 00:04:34,446 --> 00:04:37,446 -Is it Logan Cooper? 52 00:04:40,176 --> 00:04:41,280 -How do you know that? 53 00:04:41,281 --> 00:04:43,316 -He's wanted in connection with an armed robbery 54 00:04:43,317 --> 00:04:45,145 at the Winchester Bank. 55 00:04:45,146 --> 00:04:49,357 You have two witnesses, a Mr. Hall and a Mr. Myman. 56 00:04:50,462 --> 00:04:52,187 You've launched a manhunt for Cooper 57 00:04:52,188 --> 00:04:53,706 but the only information you have 58 00:04:53,707 --> 00:04:56,364 is that he was last seen in the Charing Cross area 59 00:04:56,365 --> 00:05:00,471 -on Tuesday night. -That's classified information. 60 00:05:00,472 --> 00:05:02,370 Who's your snitch? 61 00:05:02,371 --> 00:05:06,684 It was no snitch. 62 00:05:09,274 --> 00:05:10,585 -Thanks to your rag of a paper, 63 00:05:10,586 --> 00:05:13,381 my prime suspect now knows that we are looking for him. 64 00:05:13,382 --> 00:05:15,037 And my two key witnesses 65 00:05:15,038 --> 00:05:16,315 both of which you've named, 66 00:05:16,316 --> 00:05:19,041 have now got a sudden case of amnesia. 67 00:05:19,042 --> 00:05:20,457 This isn't the first time that you have 68 00:05:20,458 --> 00:05:23,943 interfered with one of my investigations. 69 00:05:23,944 --> 00:05:28,188 Who gave you the tip-off? 70 00:05:28,189 --> 00:05:30,467 -What kind of a world would we live in, Inspector, 71 00:05:30,468 --> 00:05:33,297 if a Chief Correspondent revealed his source? 72 00:05:39,649 --> 00:05:41,167 The kind where you find yourself 73 00:05:41,168 --> 00:05:44,550 beaten to a pulp if you don't. 74 00:05:44,551 --> 00:05:48,899 Which police officer gave you this information? 75 00:05:48,900 --> 00:05:53,041 -It wasn't just one. -Tipping off the press stops. 76 00:05:53,042 --> 00:05:55,146 Now, I don't care how much they're paying, 77 00:05:55,147 --> 00:05:57,632 nor do I care how many free pints, free dinners 78 00:05:57,633 --> 00:05:59,668 or free women they dangle in front of you. 79 00:05:59,669 --> 00:06:02,395 You do not speak to anyone outside of this department 80 00:06:02,396 --> 00:06:04,639 about ongoing investigations! 81 00:06:04,640 --> 00:06:06,434 -But it's always been the way, Skipper. 82 00:06:06,435 --> 00:06:08,332 How else do we supplement the old wages? 83 00:06:08,333 --> 00:06:10,438 -I have turned a blind eye till now. 84 00:06:10,439 --> 00:06:12,957 No more speaking to journalists! 85 00:06:12,958 --> 00:06:16,375 -Sir, my friend Mr. Lawrence is an Opera Critic 86 00:06:16,376 --> 00:06:17,548 for The Sunday Times 87 00:06:17,549 --> 00:06:19,447 and we are due to see Gilbert and Sullivan's Iolanthe 88 00:06:19,448 --> 00:06:20,448 this very eve. 89 00:06:20,449 --> 00:06:22,726 Am I to understand that I should not attend? 90 00:06:22,727 --> 00:06:23,692 -Oh, my dear Mr. Lawrence, 91 00:06:23,693 --> 00:06:25,349 however will you cope without me? 92 00:06:25,350 --> 00:06:26,695 -I wasn't talking to you, Charlie. 93 00:06:26,696 --> 00:06:28,317 -No? Well, maybe you shouldn't talk at all, 94 00:06:28,318 --> 00:06:31,286 -you bloody idiot. -Pack it in, the pair of you! 95 00:06:31,287 --> 00:06:34,116 Get back to work. 96 00:06:39,329 --> 00:06:41,117 Yeah! 97 00:06:44,404 --> 00:06:46,957 -Goodness knows what Barnabus must think. 98 00:06:46,958 --> 00:06:51,340 Such a fine upstanding man spending the night in a cell. 99 00:06:51,341 --> 00:06:53,550 It is not right. 100 00:06:53,551 --> 00:06:56,898 -I've learned a valuable lesson, Ivy. 101 00:06:56,899 --> 00:06:59,694 Tackling such an extensive case was naive of me. 102 00:06:59,695 --> 00:07:02,213 -Well, I will sleep better knowing you have curbed 103 00:07:02,214 --> 00:07:06,632 -your ambitions. -I'm not going to curb anything. 104 00:07:06,633 --> 00:07:09,497 I'm going to expand. 105 00:07:09,498 --> 00:07:11,360 If I am to employ skilled personnel 106 00:07:11,361 --> 00:07:14,329 I need to be properly resourced. 107 00:07:14,330 --> 00:07:17,130 In short, I need more money. 108 00:07:19,197 --> 00:07:22,889 -Where you going? -The bank to ask for a loan. 109 00:07:22,890 --> 00:07:25,863 And I will not take no for an answer. 110 00:07:29,069 --> 00:07:31,415 -No. -Absolutely not. 111 00:07:31,416 --> 00:07:32,896 -Out of the question, I'm afraid. 112 00:07:48,433 --> 00:07:49,709 -I just wanted to check if we are still 113 00:07:49,710 --> 00:07:52,643 -to dine this evening? -This evening? 114 00:07:52,644 --> 00:07:54,749 -The last Wednesday of each month we dine 115 00:07:54,750 --> 00:07:57,027 and the last Wednesday each month I have to remind you. 116 00:07:57,028 --> 00:08:01,825 Would you mind if we rearranged? 117 00:08:01,826 --> 00:08:06,485 -Yes fine, we can rearrange... again. -Again? 118 00:08:06,486 --> 00:08:08,038 -Yeah, you did this last month. 119 00:08:08,039 --> 00:08:09,004 -Oh, yes. I'm sorry. 120 00:08:09,005 --> 00:08:12,007 I'm just having a particularly vexing day. 121 00:08:12,008 --> 00:08:14,458 -My prime suspect in an armed robbery has done a runner. 122 00:08:14,459 --> 00:08:16,943 So, it cannot be any worse than mine. 123 00:08:16,944 --> 00:08:18,738 Not that it's a competition. 124 00:08:18,739 --> 00:08:21,810 -Then why are you making it so? 125 00:08:21,811 --> 00:08:25,883 -I apologise. It's not your fault. It's his. 126 00:08:25,884 --> 00:08:27,920 That damn journalist Sinclaire 127 00:08:27,921 --> 00:08:30,094 has leaked confidential information, 128 00:08:30,095 --> 00:08:31,751 hence my missing man. 129 00:08:31,752 --> 00:08:33,581 -Can't you get him to remove the story 130 00:08:33,582 --> 00:08:36,653 -for the later edition? -Damage is already done. 131 00:08:36,654 --> 00:08:40,035 Two hundred thousand souls will have read it by now, 132 00:08:40,036 --> 00:08:42,417 amongst them, my prime suspect. 133 00:08:42,418 --> 00:08:43,729 -Two hundred thousand? 134 00:08:43,730 --> 00:08:45,247 -Sadly, yes. There seems to be 135 00:08:45,248 --> 00:08:49,873 an insatiable appetite for the gutter press. 136 00:08:49,874 --> 00:08:51,840 Perhaps Mr. Potts is right, 137 00:08:51,841 --> 00:08:54,222 the country's going to hell in a handcart. 138 00:08:54,223 --> 00:08:58,539 Two hundred thousand? 139 00:09:06,684 --> 00:09:10,031 Mr. Sinclaire. 140 00:09:10,032 --> 00:09:11,964 Your office said I would find you here. 141 00:09:11,965 --> 00:09:15,692 I would like to place an advert in your newspaper. 142 00:09:15,693 --> 00:09:17,556 As usual I'm run off my feet, 143 00:09:17,557 --> 00:09:19,797 but you can never have too many clients. 144 00:09:21,975 --> 00:09:24,735 -I have a better idea, Miss Scarlet. 145 00:09:24,736 --> 00:09:29,046 Something far superior to a mere... advert. 146 00:09:31,501 --> 00:09:32,991 Shall we? 147 00:09:38,232 --> 00:09:40,855 -You want to hire me and run an article 148 00:09:40,856 --> 00:09:42,511 on the investigation? 149 00:09:42,512 --> 00:09:45,066 -You may wish to call it an article, 150 00:09:45,067 --> 00:09:48,690 I would much rather a five part serialized adventure 151 00:09:48,691 --> 00:09:51,175 featuring The Lady Detective. 152 00:09:51,176 --> 00:09:54,593 I can think of no better advert for your services. 153 00:09:54,594 --> 00:09:58,251 See, my readership are bored of stories about the police, 154 00:09:58,252 --> 00:10:02,704 so dull, so predictable, but you... 155 00:10:02,705 --> 00:10:07,255 that is an altogether more alluring prospect. 156 00:10:10,540 --> 00:10:12,024 -So, what is this case? 157 00:10:12,025 --> 00:10:14,682 -Last night one of my illustrators attended a show 158 00:10:14,683 --> 00:10:17,132 at the Flanders Theater, just off Lulworth Lane. 159 00:10:17,133 --> 00:10:20,239 The proprietor had commissioned an advert 160 00:10:20,240 --> 00:10:23,345 and said illustrator was there sketching 161 00:10:23,346 --> 00:10:25,278 the various acts. 162 00:10:25,279 --> 00:10:29,766 When it was the turn of the in-house magician, 163 00:10:29,767 --> 00:10:33,632 Alfonso, the Great Italian Illusionist, 164 00:10:33,633 --> 00:10:38,844 it began as a rather generic magic act. 165 00:10:38,845 --> 00:10:43,676 But then, something extraordinary happened. 166 00:10:45,955 --> 00:10:49,233 -So last night the Great Alfonso did his vanishing act. 167 00:10:49,234 --> 00:10:50,476 But actually did vanish? 168 00:10:50,477 --> 00:10:54,860 -Disappeared into thin air, from that very box. 169 00:10:54,861 --> 00:10:57,034 -Miss...? -Ling. 170 00:10:57,035 --> 00:10:59,140 -Talk me through exactly what happened, Miss Ling. 171 00:10:59,141 --> 00:11:00,244 Every detail. 172 00:11:00,245 --> 00:11:02,764 -Well, I've been Alfonso's assistant for many years 173 00:11:02,765 --> 00:11:05,042 and we do the same act, every night. 174 00:11:05,043 --> 00:11:06,665 And last night was no different. 175 00:11:06,666 --> 00:11:08,839 As usual, we walked onto the stage 176 00:11:08,840 --> 00:11:10,979 and performed our act to music, 177 00:11:10,980 --> 00:11:12,878 then it came to the vanishing trick 178 00:11:12,879 --> 00:11:15,743 and Alfonso climbed into the box 179 00:11:15,744 --> 00:11:18,677 only but this time, he didn't reappear. 180 00:11:18,678 --> 00:11:22,646 -The box was empty. -Tell me about the trick. 181 00:11:27,376 --> 00:11:33,346 -We do all the usual setup business. The girl, 182 00:11:33,347 --> 00:11:37,970 the box, the sense of expectation. 183 00:11:39,837 --> 00:11:42,217 Then Alfonso gets inside. 184 00:11:45,808 --> 00:11:48,534 I push in the plunger, 185 00:11:48,535 --> 00:11:52,015 he waves the handkerchief to show he's still in there. 186 00:11:56,198 --> 00:11:58,647 I keep pushing until he disappears. 187 00:12:00,167 --> 00:12:02,957 I show that he's gone, and the box is empty. 188 00:12:06,933 --> 00:12:09,143 Then I pull the plunger back out. 189 00:12:11,800 --> 00:12:16,357 And Alfonso reappears. 190 00:12:31,302 --> 00:12:35,236 But like I said, last night he didn't reappear. 191 00:12:35,237 --> 00:12:37,894 -There must be a rational explanation. 192 00:12:37,895 --> 00:12:40,551 Show me how he initially disappears. 193 00:12:40,552 --> 00:12:41,932 -It's a side compartment. 194 00:12:41,933 --> 00:12:44,866 It's cushioned with enough depth to allow Alfonso 195 00:12:44,867 --> 00:12:48,042 to lean back and escape the plunger. 196 00:12:48,043 --> 00:12:51,839 There's also a secret compartment for his legs. 197 00:12:51,840 --> 00:12:55,394 -Hmm. -That's very clever. 198 00:12:55,395 --> 00:12:58,017 But it doesn't explain why he didn't reappear. 199 00:12:58,018 --> 00:12:59,053 And you're absolutely certain 200 00:12:59,054 --> 00:13:01,814 -he didn't sneak out of the box? -I'm sure. 201 00:13:01,815 --> 00:13:03,782 I mean, one minute he was in there, 202 00:13:03,783 --> 00:13:05,853 and the next minute he was gone. 203 00:13:05,854 --> 00:13:07,716 -Where was the last place Alfonso would have been 204 00:13:07,717 --> 00:13:11,755 -before coming on stage last night? -Budalo. 205 00:13:11,756 --> 00:13:15,034 -Watch where you are going. -Excuse me? -Yeah? 206 00:13:15,035 --> 00:13:16,725 -I think I took a wrong turn. 207 00:13:16,726 --> 00:13:18,244 I'm looking for Alfonso's dressing room? 208 00:13:18,245 --> 00:13:20,799 -Oh, typical, it is all about Alfonso today. 209 00:13:20,800 --> 00:13:22,421 I have no time for this. Odlazi. 210 00:13:22,422 --> 00:13:24,042 -Pardon? -Bugger off! 211 00:13:39,163 --> 00:13:41,647 -Excuse me, I was looking for the dressing room 212 00:13:41,648 --> 00:13:43,373 of the magician? 213 00:13:43,374 --> 00:13:45,996 -Which one? My father or the other magician? 214 00:13:45,997 --> 00:13:51,760 -Alfonso, the missing one. -Missing? 215 00:13:51,761 --> 00:13:55,937 -Alfonso would love that. He's full of fun. 216 00:13:55,938 --> 00:13:58,181 Loves playing tricks on people. 217 00:13:58,182 --> 00:14:01,978 -Oh, you think this a publicity stunt? 218 00:14:01,979 --> 00:14:04,981 I fear you may be right. 219 00:14:04,982 --> 00:14:06,637 I've been hired to find him. 220 00:14:06,638 --> 00:14:11,401 -I'm a private investigator. -You're what? 221 00:14:11,402 --> 00:14:16,440 Sorry. Do people say that a lot? 222 00:14:16,441 --> 00:14:19,311 Let's just say it's a source of consternation for some. 223 00:14:22,931 --> 00:14:25,173 -My father has convinced himself 224 00:14:25,174 --> 00:14:29,108 that everyone wishes to know the tricks of his trade. 225 00:14:29,109 --> 00:14:31,455 I built him this chest to keep him happy. 226 00:14:31,456 --> 00:14:36,115 Magicians are as paranoid as they are competitive. 227 00:14:36,116 --> 00:14:38,046 -Your father's the other magician? 228 00:14:41,811 --> 00:14:43,260 Slaven the Sorcerer. 229 00:14:43,261 --> 00:14:45,642 -Milena, you are late for rehearsal. 230 00:14:45,643 --> 00:14:47,368 -Papa, this is Miss Scarlet. 231 00:14:47,369 --> 00:14:50,543 -She's a private investigator. -She's a what? 232 00:14:50,544 --> 00:14:53,477 Alfonso's dressing room? 233 00:14:53,478 --> 00:14:56,337 Third door down. 234 00:15:29,480 --> 00:15:33,282 This whole thing is ridiculous. 235 00:15:35,382 --> 00:15:37,142 -Miss Scarlet? 236 00:15:37,143 --> 00:15:39,040 Apologies I was not here to greet you. 237 00:15:39,041 --> 00:15:42,733 I am the theater owner, Mr. Flanders. 238 00:15:42,734 --> 00:15:46,461 I come from a meeting with your client, Mr. Sinclaire. 239 00:15:46,462 --> 00:15:49,878 He informs me you are the best in the business. 240 00:15:49,879 --> 00:15:56,057 -A lady detective. How extraordinary. -Hmm. 241 00:15:56,058 --> 00:15:57,783 So, how goes your investigation? 242 00:15:57,784 --> 00:16:01,269 -Well, I'm afraid I can find no rational explanation 243 00:16:01,270 --> 00:16:03,168 for your magician's disappearance. 244 00:16:03,169 --> 00:16:04,893 -Well, that's because the cause of Alfonso's vanishing 245 00:16:04,894 --> 00:16:09,036 -is one of a supernatural nature. -Supernatural? 246 00:16:09,037 --> 00:16:12,591 -It is the work of the Flanders Phantom. 247 00:16:12,592 --> 00:16:13,730 A malevolent force 248 00:16:13,731 --> 00:16:17,423 that many have seen over the years in the theater. 249 00:16:17,424 --> 00:16:20,254 As I told Mr Sinclaire not half an hour ago, 250 00:16:20,255 --> 00:16:25,569 there is a ghostly apparition behind the missing magician. 251 00:16:25,570 --> 00:16:28,779 -That is quite a headline, Mr. Flanders. 252 00:16:28,780 --> 00:16:32,266 -It even rhymes. -Does it? 253 00:16:32,267 --> 00:16:34,167 I hadn't really given it much thought. 254 00:16:35,891 --> 00:16:37,441 -I believe I am done here. 255 00:16:54,565 --> 00:16:57,843 -Who was that? -What's it gotta do with you? 256 00:16:57,844 --> 00:17:00,263 -I was only asking. -Well, don't. 257 00:17:06,611 --> 00:17:10,028 If you must know, it's Detective Lenahan from Bow Street. 258 00:17:10,029 --> 00:17:12,029 He's assisting in the Cooper case. 259 00:17:13,963 --> 00:17:17,690 Come on, cough up. 260 00:17:17,691 --> 00:17:21,280 -I'm dying of thirst here. -It's your round. 261 00:17:21,281 --> 00:17:22,730 -But I've not finished my drink yet. 262 00:17:22,731 --> 00:17:25,112 -Tough, I ain't got money to buy myself another, 263 00:17:25,113 --> 00:17:27,390 thanks to the skipper and his ban on the press. 264 00:17:27,391 --> 00:17:28,494 -Inspector Wellington clearly thinks 265 00:17:28,495 --> 00:17:29,668 it's the right thing to do. 266 00:17:29,669 --> 00:17:32,291 -Well, it's hitting me and the lads in our pockets. 267 00:17:32,292 --> 00:17:35,467 We're not all born with a silver spoon in our gob. 268 00:17:35,468 --> 00:17:36,778 Now, get yourself to the bar. 269 00:17:36,779 --> 00:17:40,230 And as your senior officer, that's a direct order. 270 00:17:42,992 --> 00:17:44,959 -A body's been pulled from the river, 271 00:17:44,960 --> 00:17:47,479 right by Charing Cross Bridge. 272 00:17:47,480 --> 00:17:51,207 Looks like our manhunt for Cooper might be over, lads. 273 00:17:58,732 --> 00:18:02,076 -That ain't Logan Cooper. -Who is he then? 274 00:18:04,531 --> 00:18:09,495 Mr. Sinclaire? 275 00:18:11,504 --> 00:18:13,677 -I do apologise for the interruption, Miss Scarlet, 276 00:18:13,678 --> 00:18:16,922 but I am most eager to parley with you. 277 00:18:16,923 --> 00:18:19,131 -And I you, Mr. Sinclaire. 278 00:18:19,132 --> 00:18:21,202 I'm sure you're aware this missing magician 279 00:18:21,203 --> 00:18:23,446 is nothing more than a publicity stunt. 280 00:18:23,447 --> 00:18:28,692 -Oh, he is no longer missing. He is dead. 281 00:18:28,693 --> 00:18:30,418 Plucked from the bowels of the Thames 282 00:18:30,419 --> 00:18:32,213 this very darkest of nights. 283 00:18:32,214 --> 00:18:34,077 It seems your serialised case 284 00:18:34,078 --> 00:18:36,114 has become a murder investigation. 285 00:18:36,115 --> 00:18:39,805 And with it, promotion to the front page. 286 00:18:46,987 --> 00:18:49,230 -No one in or out without my say so, is that clear? 287 00:18:49,231 --> 00:18:52,406 -Yes, Sir. -Good morning Miss Scarlet. 288 00:18:52,407 --> 00:18:55,202 -Detective Fitzroy. -Access to the theater is by 289 00:18:55,203 --> 00:18:56,513 Inspector Wellington's authority only. 290 00:18:56,514 --> 00:18:58,205 I cannot let you in, I'm afraid. 291 00:18:58,206 --> 00:18:59,758 -Oh, but I'm running an investigation here 292 00:18:59,759 --> 00:19:02,174 and Inspector Wellington is fully supportive of that. 293 00:19:02,175 --> 00:19:05,522 -Am I, indeed? -Inspector Wellington. 294 00:19:05,523 --> 00:19:06,972 It would be most helpful if you would grant me 295 00:19:06,973 --> 00:19:09,177 -with access to the theater. -No. 296 00:19:11,357 --> 00:19:15,187 -I'm in the middle of a case. -So I've heard. 297 00:19:15,188 --> 00:19:17,016 -Hired by that weasel Sinclaire. 298 00:19:17,017 --> 00:19:18,708 -William, we can help each other. 299 00:19:18,709 --> 00:19:20,227 I have prior knowledge of this case. 300 00:19:20,228 --> 00:19:23,368 -Do not William me. This is a murder investigation 301 00:19:23,369 --> 00:19:25,473 and that rag of a paper will not hamper me again. 302 00:19:25,474 --> 00:19:27,441 -Mr. Sinclaire has assured me that not one word 303 00:19:27,442 --> 00:19:29,097 will be printed until the case is closed. 304 00:19:29,098 --> 00:19:30,237 -And I don't believe one word 305 00:19:30,238 --> 00:19:32,377 that comes out of that toad's mouth. 306 00:19:32,378 --> 00:19:33,516 You know, Henry wouldn't have worked 307 00:19:33,517 --> 00:19:35,552 with a crook like Sinclaire. 308 00:19:35,553 --> 00:19:36,657 Here, walk on! 309 00:19:36,658 --> 00:19:39,453 -Perhaps my father had more options open to him. 310 00:19:39,454 --> 00:19:41,489 And furthermore he would be most upset to know 311 00:19:41,490 --> 00:19:44,250 that you'd belittle me by saying such a thing. 312 00:19:47,807 --> 00:19:49,635 -What? -I was just trying to work out 313 00:19:49,636 --> 00:19:50,947 if you're genuinely offended 314 00:19:50,948 --> 00:19:53,363 or if this is just one of your ploys to make me feel guilty. 315 00:19:53,364 --> 00:19:55,262 -What a low opinion you have of me. 316 00:19:55,263 --> 00:19:56,470 -Good. That clears that up. 317 00:19:56,471 --> 00:19:58,161 You always say that when you're trying to manipulate me. 318 00:19:58,162 --> 00:19:59,576 You're not coming in. 319 00:19:59,577 --> 00:20:01,751 -Then I will have no choice but to run my own investigation. 320 00:20:01,752 --> 00:20:05,064 -As you wish, but as long as that newspaper is your client, 321 00:20:05,065 --> 00:20:09,828 stay out of mine. Come along. 322 00:20:19,563 --> 00:20:21,805 -This is the poster from the theater 323 00:20:21,806 --> 00:20:24,083 and this is the sketch from the illustrator, 324 00:20:24,084 --> 00:20:28,743 -done the night Alfonso disappeared. -And? 325 00:20:28,744 --> 00:20:29,848 Well... 326 00:20:29,849 --> 00:20:32,437 in the sketch the magician holds a plain black wand 327 00:20:32,438 --> 00:20:35,268 but in the poster he has an ornate silver one. 328 00:20:37,650 --> 00:20:40,790 -Oh, that's because the magician didn't use a wand 329 00:20:40,791 --> 00:20:42,895 the night the illustrator did the sketch. 330 00:20:42,896 --> 00:20:46,416 But, people do love to see a magician with a wand, 331 00:20:46,417 --> 00:20:52,905 so, I asked him to add one in. 332 00:21:17,379 --> 00:21:20,623 I hope I'm not disturbing you? 333 00:21:21,625 --> 00:21:26,663 -I... I was just, er, checking on Miss Ling. 334 00:21:26,664 --> 00:21:29,287 Dreadful news about Alfonso. 335 00:21:29,288 --> 00:21:30,667 Poor girl's distraught. 336 00:21:30,668 --> 00:21:33,187 -What are you doing here? Did you follow me? 337 00:21:33,188 --> 00:21:34,844 -I just need a moment of your time. 338 00:21:34,845 --> 00:21:37,743 -Alfonso's death is now a murder investigation. 339 00:21:37,744 --> 00:21:39,711 It is not a matter for tabloid consumption. 340 00:21:39,712 --> 00:21:42,265 It is a matter for the police. 341 00:21:42,266 --> 00:21:43,542 -I can assure you, Mr. Flanders, 342 00:21:43,543 --> 00:21:45,958 that Mr. Sinclaire is still very much invested in your case, 343 00:21:45,959 --> 00:21:46,994 as am I. 344 00:21:46,995 --> 00:21:48,651 -His newspaper should be reporting only one thing 345 00:21:48,652 --> 00:21:53,414 about my theater, that we are still open for business. 346 00:21:53,415 --> 00:21:56,728 Seven days a week. Two matinees at the weekend. 347 00:21:56,729 --> 00:21:58,212 -I understand you don't want publicity 348 00:21:58,213 --> 00:22:00,421 relating to the death, but I still have questions. 349 00:22:00,422 --> 00:22:01,698 -And I am afraid that neither Miss Ling 350 00:22:01,699 --> 00:22:04,319 nor any of my staff will be answering them. 351 00:22:06,877 --> 00:22:08,429 -I see. 352 00:22:08,430 --> 00:22:10,155 Well, in that case, I'm sure the readership 353 00:22:10,156 --> 00:22:11,467 of the Illustrated Police News 354 00:22:11,468 --> 00:22:13,641 would love a personal story instead. 355 00:22:13,642 --> 00:22:16,644 Perhaps something about you, Mr. Flanders? 356 00:22:16,645 --> 00:22:19,475 You're married with children, are you not? 357 00:22:23,272 --> 00:22:24,452 -Very well. 358 00:22:29,451 --> 00:22:33,590 -Do not be late back. -Yes Mr. Flanders. 359 00:22:39,358 --> 00:22:41,980 -I merely have one question, Miss Ling. 360 00:22:41,981 --> 00:22:46,018 Alfonso didn't use his wand during the last performance. 361 00:22:46,019 --> 00:22:48,987 -Was that unusual? -Very. 362 00:22:48,988 --> 00:22:51,334 But the day before he told me he was selling it. 363 00:22:51,335 --> 00:22:54,199 I was surprised since it had such great sentimental value 364 00:22:54,200 --> 00:22:55,442 to him. 365 00:22:55,443 --> 00:22:57,305 But it was worth a lot of money and I assumed he needed it 366 00:22:57,306 --> 00:23:00,550 -for his retirement. -His retirement? 367 00:23:00,551 --> 00:23:03,001 -Next month was his 50th anniversary in the business. 368 00:23:03,002 --> 00:23:06,798 That's when he planned to give the act up. 369 00:23:06,799 --> 00:23:09,525 -Do you know who Alfonso sold his wand to? 370 00:23:09,526 --> 00:23:11,803 -The entertainment shop in Carnaby Street. 371 00:23:11,804 --> 00:23:13,874 I've already told the inspector this. 372 00:23:13,875 --> 00:23:16,601 The inspector? 373 00:23:23,919 --> 00:23:28,336 Good afternoon, Sir. Mr. Baggott at your service. 374 00:23:28,337 --> 00:23:29,476 -Good afternoon. 375 00:23:29,477 --> 00:23:32,858 I was hoping to speak to the owner, Mr. Faversham? 376 00:23:32,859 --> 00:23:34,066 -Of course, Sir. 377 00:23:34,067 --> 00:23:38,933 But I must warn you, he does like to chat. 378 00:23:38,934 --> 00:23:43,386 It's just my little joke. 379 00:23:43,387 --> 00:23:44,732 It is not, of course, a real skull 380 00:23:44,733 --> 00:23:46,665 or indeed, Mr. Faversham. 381 00:23:46,666 --> 00:23:50,358 Although the dear old fellow did pass away ten years back. 382 00:23:50,359 --> 00:23:51,394 I've been the owner ever since 383 00:23:51,395 --> 00:23:54,915 and I decided to keep the name. 384 00:23:54,916 --> 00:23:56,779 How can I help you this fine day? 385 00:23:56,780 --> 00:23:59,402 -You can stop doing that for a start. 386 00:23:59,403 --> 00:24:01,024 -Of course, Sir. 387 00:24:01,025 --> 00:24:03,717 -I'm Inspector Wellington from Scotland Yard. 388 00:24:03,718 --> 00:24:06,271 I'm here to ask you some questions about a magician, 389 00:24:06,272 --> 00:24:09,170 Alfonso? The Great Italian Illusionist? 390 00:24:09,171 --> 00:24:10,965 -Oh, what has he done now? 391 00:24:10,966 --> 00:24:12,657 He's always up to mischief, that one 392 00:24:12,658 --> 00:24:14,313 and playing tricks. 393 00:24:14,314 --> 00:24:16,014 You know, I remember this one time, 394 00:24:17,732 --> 00:24:19,111 it really is rather funny. 395 00:24:19,112 --> 00:24:21,700 He said that he could get me a rabbit for my act 396 00:24:21,701 --> 00:24:23,150 but when I opened the bag-- 397 00:24:23,151 --> 00:24:27,534 He's dead, Mr. Baggott. 398 00:24:32,816 --> 00:24:38,337 Excuse me one moment. Thank you. 399 00:24:40,237 --> 00:24:42,031 I told you to stay out of my investigation. 400 00:24:42,032 --> 00:24:43,860 -It's not just your investigation. 401 00:24:43,861 --> 00:24:45,552 -I'm not having this conversation again. 402 00:24:45,553 --> 00:24:47,588 -Fine, go back in and question him then. 403 00:24:47,589 --> 00:24:50,211 I'll merely wait my turn and do the same. 404 00:24:50,212 --> 00:24:51,592 What sense is that? 405 00:24:56,184 --> 00:24:58,565 -If one word of this is printed before the case 406 00:24:58,566 --> 00:25:01,116 -is closed... -It will not be. I swear it. 407 00:25:07,782 --> 00:25:10,577 -So, Alfonso was a regular customer? 408 00:25:10,578 --> 00:25:12,510 -How I did enjoy his visits. 409 00:25:12,511 --> 00:25:15,651 -And he sold you his wand, is that correct? 410 00:25:15,652 --> 00:25:17,031 -He was supposed to. 411 00:25:17,032 --> 00:25:20,000 I sell new, as well as used props. 412 00:25:20,001 --> 00:25:22,830 Although I would hardly call his wand a prop. 413 00:25:22,831 --> 00:25:25,833 The magic act has been in his family for five generations, 414 00:25:25,834 --> 00:25:30,251 father to son, and each one is given an exquisite silver wand. 415 00:25:30,252 --> 00:25:33,703 He was the fifth Alfonso the Great Italian Illusionist. 416 00:25:33,704 --> 00:25:36,568 Though, nothing Italian about them of course. 417 00:25:36,569 --> 00:25:38,605 They were from Kilburn. 418 00:25:38,606 --> 00:25:42,747 -So, he took over from his father? -Yes. 419 00:25:42,748 --> 00:25:44,645 When his father retired, Alfonso, 420 00:25:44,646 --> 00:25:45,784 being on the small side, 421 00:25:45,785 --> 00:25:47,614 actually had his shoes built up 422 00:25:47,615 --> 00:25:49,098 so that he was the same height 423 00:25:49,099 --> 00:25:51,514 so that nobody could tell when one Alfonso 424 00:25:51,515 --> 00:25:54,275 took over from the next. 425 00:25:54,276 --> 00:25:58,314 -You say that he was planning to sell you the wand? 426 00:25:58,315 --> 00:26:00,005 -He was due to come into the shop at seven o'clock 427 00:26:00,006 --> 00:26:02,387 before going on stage yesterday. 428 00:26:02,388 --> 00:26:05,942 Alfonso really was the most punctual of gentlemen, so... 429 00:26:05,943 --> 00:26:07,357 it really was out of the ordinary 430 00:26:07,358 --> 00:26:09,843 when he never turned up. 431 00:26:09,844 --> 00:26:11,810 -So Alfonso didn't use his wand in his act, 432 00:26:11,811 --> 00:26:14,019 even though he was yet to sell it. 433 00:26:14,020 --> 00:26:15,711 Nor did he turn up for his appointment two hours 434 00:26:15,712 --> 00:26:18,403 before he was due on stage. 435 00:26:18,404 --> 00:26:21,475 When you examined the body, were there any additional clues? 436 00:26:21,476 --> 00:26:23,028 -Nothing of note. 437 00:26:23,029 --> 00:26:24,443 -Perhaps I could see the autopsy report? 438 00:26:24,444 --> 00:26:26,445 -Eliza, I allowed you to sit in on the questioning 439 00:26:26,446 --> 00:26:27,688 but that is as far as it goes. 440 00:26:27,689 --> 00:26:29,552 Now, if you will excuse me. 441 00:26:29,553 --> 00:26:30,795 -You're in rather a hurry. 442 00:26:30,796 --> 00:26:33,107 I have other cases to attend to attend to. 443 00:26:33,108 --> 00:26:35,731 -You just sniffed and we both know what that means. 444 00:26:35,732 --> 00:26:38,423 -That I have a cold? -That you're lying. 445 00:26:39,977 --> 00:26:42,151 Is there something you're not telling me? 446 00:26:42,152 --> 00:26:43,122 -Good day, Eliza. 447 00:26:57,685 --> 00:27:00,065 -An apology would've been nice. 448 00:27:00,066 --> 00:27:02,096 There's no manners these days. 449 00:27:11,768 --> 00:27:14,632 -Hairline fracture at the side of the skull 450 00:27:14,633 --> 00:27:17,669 but cause of death, drowning. 451 00:27:17,670 --> 00:27:19,050 Time of death says it could be anything 452 00:27:19,051 --> 00:27:21,915 between six o'clock and midnight. 453 00:27:21,916 --> 00:27:23,882 -His act finished at ten, 454 00:27:23,883 --> 00:27:26,851 which gives a two hour window for when he died. 455 00:27:26,852 --> 00:27:30,682 -Anything else? -Signs of liver damage. 456 00:27:30,683 --> 00:27:31,893 Could be a drinker? 457 00:27:33,513 --> 00:27:35,860 -These are his possessions. 458 00:27:35,861 --> 00:27:38,241 Just the clothes he was found in. 459 00:27:38,242 --> 00:27:41,728 Could be the police have taken anything of importance. 460 00:27:41,729 --> 00:27:45,455 -What's with the heels? -He was on the short side. 461 00:27:45,456 --> 00:27:47,147 According to the owner of the entertainment shop 462 00:27:47,148 --> 00:27:50,838 he had them built up so he was the same height as his father. 463 00:27:52,463 --> 00:27:56,019 -What's that? -The Thames. 464 00:28:05,718 --> 00:28:06,858 -Moses. 465 00:28:16,211 --> 00:28:18,557 Are you sure about this? 466 00:28:18,558 --> 00:28:20,905 I'm always sure. 467 00:28:20,906 --> 00:28:27,325 That key has one purpose, and one purpose only. 468 00:28:27,326 --> 00:28:29,776 -To open a safe. -Where is it then? 469 00:28:29,777 --> 00:28:32,019 Ooh, ooh, ooh. Ah! 470 00:28:32,020 --> 00:28:35,400 I can't see a damn thing. Need more light. 471 00:28:38,682 --> 00:28:41,512 A genie's lamp. How apt for a magician. 472 00:28:46,034 --> 00:28:48,074 This lamp is stuck to the table. 473 00:29:03,638 --> 00:29:05,398 Looks like we found our safe. 474 00:29:14,822 --> 00:29:17,927 -Alfonso's wand. 475 00:29:17,928 --> 00:29:20,343 -Why would a magician do his act without his wand 476 00:29:20,344 --> 00:29:23,381 when it was here at the theater all the time? 477 00:29:23,382 --> 00:29:25,555 -The same reason he didn't turn up to his appointment 478 00:29:25,556 --> 00:29:28,282 at Faversham's shop. 479 00:29:28,283 --> 00:29:31,803 Whoever was on stage that night wasn't Alfonso. 480 00:29:31,804 --> 00:29:34,185 It was an imposter 481 00:29:34,186 --> 00:29:36,256 because Alfonso was already dead. 482 00:29:37,914 --> 00:29:39,707 Here! 483 00:29:39,708 --> 00:29:41,606 -Missing wands, hidden safes, 484 00:29:41,607 --> 00:29:46,231 a murderous imposter, delicious, simply delicious. 485 00:29:46,232 --> 00:29:49,200 Although, my thoughts and prayers are obviously 486 00:29:49,201 --> 00:29:51,411 with the family of the dead man. 487 00:29:53,757 --> 00:29:58,934 Hmm. So, what's your next move? 488 00:29:58,935 --> 00:30:02,420 -Well, since this is a murder investigation 489 00:30:02,421 --> 00:30:05,043 and I have discovered crucial evidence, 490 00:30:05,044 --> 00:30:07,390 my only option is to inform the police. 491 00:30:07,391 --> 00:30:09,876 Specifically Inspector Wellington. 492 00:30:09,877 --> 00:30:14,397 -Never was there a finer detective. -Quite. 493 00:30:14,398 --> 00:30:16,988 -Yes, you must speak to him right away. 494 00:30:18,989 --> 00:30:23,268 -Although... -Although? 495 00:30:23,269 --> 00:30:26,720 -Well, a murder mystery solved by a woman working alone, 496 00:30:26,721 --> 00:30:29,171 now, that is a compelling narrative 497 00:30:29,172 --> 00:30:32,139 but should Inspector Wellington become involved 498 00:30:32,140 --> 00:30:35,798 not that I wish to speak ill of such an upstanding officer, 499 00:30:35,799 --> 00:30:39,906 but, well, there is a chance he may overshadow your part 500 00:30:39,907 --> 00:30:42,632 in the story. Not intentionally, of course. 501 00:30:42,633 --> 00:30:48,535 But my fear is that he becomes the lead character 502 00:30:48,536 --> 00:30:54,955 and you become... a mere supporting role. 503 00:30:54,956 --> 00:30:57,889 But, if you were to delay speaking to him, 504 00:30:57,890 --> 00:30:59,718 just for a few days, 505 00:30:59,719 --> 00:31:02,480 it might give you time to gather some more evidence. 506 00:31:02,481 --> 00:31:06,070 Perhaps something that might prove crucial in court 507 00:31:06,071 --> 00:31:11,938 then your part in all of this would be... oh... 508 00:31:11,939 --> 00:31:13,559 impossible to ignore. 509 00:31:23,502 --> 00:31:25,434 -Sinclaire is right. 510 00:31:25,435 --> 00:31:28,161 What harm is another day or two before I share my findings? 511 00:31:28,162 --> 00:31:29,921 -Well, you could be charged with 512 00:31:29,922 --> 00:31:31,750 perverting the course of justice. 513 00:31:31,751 --> 00:31:34,443 That carries a sentence of seven years in prison. 514 00:31:34,444 --> 00:31:37,411 Although, for a first offense with mitigating circumstances, 515 00:31:37,412 --> 00:31:40,690 the Home Office advises a tariff of three years. 516 00:31:40,691 --> 00:31:44,453 I've been practicing my reading in your father's old law books. 517 00:31:44,454 --> 00:31:47,939 -Right, I see. 518 00:31:47,940 --> 00:31:49,699 Anyway, I've given William every opportunity 519 00:31:49,700 --> 00:31:52,668 to work with me on this investigation, but to no avail. 520 00:31:52,669 --> 00:31:54,981 So, if I do decide to work this case a little longer 521 00:31:54,982 --> 00:31:58,398 this is technically his own doing, isn't it? 522 00:31:58,399 --> 00:32:01,056 I suspect he's made his own developments anyway. 523 00:32:01,057 --> 00:32:02,540 He was very eager to leave after questioning 524 00:32:02,541 --> 00:32:04,404 the owner of the entertainment shop. 525 00:32:04,405 --> 00:32:05,646 Well, two can play at that game. 526 00:32:05,647 --> 00:32:07,855 -For god's sake, don't give him false information. 527 00:32:07,856 --> 00:32:09,961 You could be charged with perjury. 528 00:32:09,962 --> 00:32:12,032 Although, that is only triable on indictment. 529 00:32:13,172 --> 00:32:16,042 -Can you read Dickens or Austen like a normal person? 530 00:32:20,800 --> 00:32:22,491 I need this publicity, Ivy. 531 00:32:22,492 --> 00:32:26,219 And I know I'm so close to cracking the case. 532 00:32:26,220 --> 00:32:28,566 For the last time, I can get my own luncheon. 533 00:32:28,567 --> 00:32:29,532 -I know you, my girl. 534 00:32:29,533 --> 00:32:31,396 You never eat proper when you're working. 535 00:32:31,397 --> 00:32:33,674 And if you want my advice on Inspector Wellington-- 536 00:32:33,675 --> 00:32:36,505 -Which I don't. -You watch what you say to him. 537 00:32:36,506 --> 00:32:37,816 -I don't intend to say anything to him. 538 00:32:37,817 --> 00:32:41,751 I intend to make it my business to avoid him at all costs. 539 00:32:41,752 --> 00:32:45,824 -William. -Morning, ladies. 540 00:32:45,825 --> 00:32:47,999 -Lovely surprise. -Hmm. 541 00:32:48,000 --> 00:32:53,936 -I was just passing. Ivy. -Inspector Wellington. 542 00:32:53,937 --> 00:32:56,663 -How's your cold? -Oh, it's better, thank you. 543 00:32:56,664 --> 00:32:59,432 -That was quick. -Hmm. 544 00:33:02,325 --> 00:33:06,707 -So... any developments on the case? 545 00:33:06,708 --> 00:33:11,986 -Oh, nothing of note. You? -Nothing of note. 546 00:33:19,342 --> 00:33:22,516 Well, I shall leave you ladies to get on with your day. 547 00:33:22,517 --> 00:33:25,036 -That was a swift visit. -As I say, I was just passing. 548 00:33:25,037 --> 00:33:28,699 -Goodbye, Inspector Wellington. -Yeah. 549 00:33:38,637 --> 00:33:40,327 -Now I am certain of it. 550 00:33:40,328 --> 00:33:42,743 He is hiding something from me. 551 00:33:42,744 --> 00:33:44,574 -She's hiding something from me. 552 00:33:46,610 --> 00:33:48,163 -Didn't you tell her what you had found out? 553 00:33:48,164 --> 00:33:52,236 -No, nor will I with Sinclaire as her client. 554 00:33:52,237 --> 00:33:55,239 -Sir, would you want me to focus my full attention on this? 555 00:33:55,240 --> 00:33:56,964 With Bow Street assisting in the Cooper case 556 00:33:56,965 --> 00:33:59,657 -I'm sure I could be spared. -Bow Street? 557 00:33:59,658 --> 00:34:01,486 What have they got to do with Cooper? 558 00:34:01,487 --> 00:34:03,592 -Well, Phelps said they were part of the investigation. 559 00:34:03,593 --> 00:34:07,354 I saw him meet with Detective Lenahan. 560 00:34:07,355 --> 00:34:10,075 -There is no Detective Lenahan at Bow Street. 561 00:34:15,053 --> 00:34:17,157 -It's a, it's a true story, lads, as god is my witness. 562 00:34:17,158 --> 00:34:23,060 Get back to work. 563 00:34:23,061 --> 00:34:24,441 Sir. 564 00:34:26,512 --> 00:34:30,101 Not you, Detective Phelps. 565 00:34:30,102 --> 00:34:32,276 -What's up, Skipper? 566 00:34:32,277 --> 00:34:34,416 -When I said do not talk to the press, 567 00:34:34,417 --> 00:34:37,177 was I unclear in some way? 568 00:34:38,904 --> 00:34:40,387 If so I can be clearer. 569 00:34:40,388 --> 00:34:43,252 -Come on, Duke, it's just a bit on the side. 570 00:34:43,253 --> 00:34:45,082 If it's not me, it'll be one of the other lads. 571 00:34:45,083 --> 00:34:47,360 No one's happy about this. 572 00:34:47,361 --> 00:34:51,018 -This happens again and you are gone. 573 00:34:51,019 --> 00:34:52,299 Is that understood? 574 00:34:54,920 --> 00:34:58,650 -Yes, Duke. -Good. 575 00:35:06,207 --> 00:35:08,277 -Milena, I'm looking for Miss Ling, 576 00:35:08,278 --> 00:35:09,828 do you know where she is? 577 00:35:23,983 --> 00:35:25,052 -Milena, is everything alright? 578 00:35:25,053 --> 00:35:26,019 -I don't know where Miss Ling is. 579 00:35:26,020 --> 00:35:27,260 I haven't seen her. 580 00:35:31,198 --> 00:35:32,543 -Are you moving in here? 581 00:35:32,544 --> 00:35:35,442 -Not my idea, my father's. 582 00:35:35,443 --> 00:35:37,203 He always wanted Alfonso's dressing room. 583 00:35:37,204 --> 00:35:39,377 He couldn't even wait until after the funeral. 584 00:35:39,378 --> 00:35:41,517 -I'm sorry, I know how fond you were of him. 585 00:35:41,518 --> 00:35:43,968 -And yet you said those awful things. 586 00:35:43,969 --> 00:35:45,038 -What things? 587 00:35:45,039 --> 00:35:46,833 -I told you Alfonso was full of fun. 588 00:35:46,834 --> 00:35:50,768 I never said that he was a heavy drinker with gambling debts. 589 00:35:50,769 --> 00:35:55,082 -I have no idea what you're talking about. 590 00:36:02,746 --> 00:36:04,954 -Did you like the part about the lady detective 591 00:36:04,955 --> 00:36:07,233 and her inner bloodhound? 592 00:36:07,234 --> 00:36:08,510 -Clearly I have no such thing 593 00:36:08,511 --> 00:36:11,340 or I would have sniffed you out as an untrustworthy crook. 594 00:36:11,341 --> 00:36:13,066 -I beg your pardon? 595 00:36:13,067 --> 00:36:15,413 -You have broken our agreement and published details 596 00:36:15,414 --> 00:36:17,553 that will interfere with the investigation. 597 00:36:17,554 --> 00:36:20,211 You've twisted my words, Mr. Sinclaire. 598 00:36:20,212 --> 00:36:23,801 -As Chief Correspondent there are certain responsibilities 599 00:36:23,802 --> 00:36:25,423 on my shoulders. 600 00:36:25,424 --> 00:36:28,633 It's been a dreadfully slow week. 601 00:36:28,634 --> 00:36:30,635 -This is a catalogue of lies. 602 00:36:30,636 --> 00:36:34,156 I never said the magician was a gambler nor a heavy drinker. 603 00:36:34,157 --> 00:36:35,261 -My dear Miss Scarlet, 604 00:36:35,262 --> 00:36:37,021 no one wants to read about a dead man 605 00:36:37,022 --> 00:36:39,023 who was kind and loved by all. 606 00:36:39,024 --> 00:36:42,440 My readers devour scandal and salacious gossip. 607 00:36:42,441 --> 00:36:46,306 It makes them feel better about their own lives. 608 00:36:46,307 --> 00:36:48,343 -Retract the article and print an apology 609 00:36:48,344 --> 00:36:50,931 or I will sever our agreement. 610 00:36:50,932 --> 00:36:53,279 -And yet you have a man's name above your door 611 00:36:53,280 --> 00:36:55,177 to lure in customers. 612 00:36:55,178 --> 00:36:57,800 -What? That's not the same thing at all. 613 00:36:57,801 --> 00:37:02,771 -Forgive me, is your name Henry Scarlet? 614 00:37:04,394 --> 00:37:06,223 -I can assure you one day it will be my name 615 00:37:06,224 --> 00:37:07,327 above the door. 616 00:37:07,328 --> 00:37:09,364 -Well, until that day you might be wise 617 00:37:09,365 --> 00:37:13,920 to make useful friends rather than powerful enemies. 618 00:37:13,921 --> 00:37:18,200 -Are you threatening me? -I'm merely advising you. 619 00:37:18,201 --> 00:37:20,478 At present you are unique and intriguing, 620 00:37:20,479 --> 00:37:23,895 there are stories to be told and money to be made. 621 00:37:23,896 --> 00:37:29,004 But who knows what novelties tomorrow will bring? 622 00:37:29,005 --> 00:37:33,765 People will only pay once to see the bearded lady. 623 00:37:36,633 --> 00:37:38,531 -I do not need advice from a washed up hack 624 00:37:38,532 --> 00:37:41,223 who cannot get a job on a real newspaper. 625 00:37:41,224 --> 00:37:43,264 We are done, Sir. 626 00:37:46,367 --> 00:37:47,607 -Very well. 627 00:37:52,339 --> 00:37:58,344 Although, rest assured, this washed up hack 628 00:37:58,345 --> 00:38:01,001 has ruined many a reputation. 629 00:38:01,002 --> 00:38:04,350 I have brought down judges, politicians 630 00:38:04,351 --> 00:38:07,456 and even an archbishop. 631 00:38:07,457 --> 00:38:12,667 A female detective will not be a problem. 632 00:38:19,780 --> 00:38:23,058 I'm sorry. 633 00:38:23,059 --> 00:38:25,992 I should have shared my findings 634 00:38:25,993 --> 00:38:28,719 rather than you having to read them in the newspaper. 635 00:38:28,720 --> 00:38:30,514 -It would have been preferable. 636 00:38:30,515 --> 00:38:31,687 -And you were right about Sinclaire, 637 00:38:31,688 --> 00:38:33,586 I should have listened to you. 638 00:38:33,587 --> 00:38:36,934 -That would have been preferable too. 639 00:38:36,935 --> 00:38:39,523 -How much longer are you going to be angry for? 640 00:38:39,524 --> 00:38:42,423 Why? Are you in a hurry? 641 00:38:44,080 --> 00:38:46,530 Did you really call Sinclaire a washed up hack? 642 00:38:51,398 --> 00:38:54,089 Fine, you'd better tell me what else you know. 643 00:38:54,090 --> 00:38:55,884 Suspects? 644 00:38:55,885 --> 00:38:58,058 -Well, the other magician couldn't wait to move 645 00:38:58,059 --> 00:38:59,197 into Alfonso's dressing room. 646 00:38:59,198 --> 00:39:02,718 There's definitely some professional jealousy there. 647 00:39:02,719 --> 00:39:04,617 And Alfonso's assistant, Miss Ling, 648 00:39:04,618 --> 00:39:06,619 seems to be having an affair with the theater owner. 649 00:39:06,620 --> 00:39:10,174 Perhaps he had some conflict with the dead magician. 650 00:39:10,175 --> 00:39:11,755 -But you have no proof? 651 00:39:13,696 --> 00:39:17,423 -However, one thing I am fairly certain about, 652 00:39:17,424 --> 00:39:19,390 given Alfonso's wand was in his safe 653 00:39:19,391 --> 00:39:21,703 yet he didn't use during his last performance, 654 00:39:21,704 --> 00:39:23,498 nor did he turn up at the entertainment shop 655 00:39:23,499 --> 00:39:25,085 to sell his wand, 656 00:39:25,086 --> 00:39:28,434 I believe an imposter was on the stage that night. 657 00:39:28,435 --> 00:39:29,705 -Hmm. 658 00:39:31,369 --> 00:39:33,715 -Which is clearly isn't news to you. 659 00:39:33,716 --> 00:39:34,819 You suspected it too, didn't you? 660 00:39:34,820 --> 00:39:36,856 I knew you were hiding something from me. 661 00:39:36,857 --> 00:39:40,722 -Which, of course, you would never do. 662 00:39:40,723 --> 00:39:42,931 I need your word that you are definitely 663 00:39:42,932 --> 00:39:45,382 not working with Sinclaire anymore. 664 00:39:45,383 --> 00:39:46,762 -You have my word. 665 00:39:46,763 --> 00:39:48,488 As we speak, he'll be writing an article 666 00:39:48,489 --> 00:39:50,663 designed to make me unemployable. 667 00:39:50,664 --> 00:39:52,837 -Well, I did suspect an imposter 668 00:39:52,838 --> 00:39:55,357 but I didn't know about the other wand. 669 00:39:55,358 --> 00:39:58,574 The other wand? 670 00:40:01,157 --> 00:40:05,160 -I found it on the magician when I examined his body. 671 00:40:05,161 --> 00:40:09,544 -They're identical. -On the face of it, yes. 672 00:40:09,545 --> 00:40:13,237 I noticed that the handle wasn't quite aligned. 673 00:40:13,238 --> 00:40:17,658 And inside... was this. 674 00:40:24,352 --> 00:40:28,772 -The magician's father, no doubt The previous Alfonso. 675 00:40:30,669 --> 00:40:33,430 -Let's find out if they are identical. 676 00:40:48,273 --> 00:40:50,523 -Two wands. Two boxes. 677 00:40:52,967 --> 00:40:56,936 -Nothing suggests where this photo was taken. 678 00:40:56,937 --> 00:40:58,177 -Hand me that. 679 00:41:07,706 --> 00:41:11,019 I know exactly where it was taken. 680 00:41:11,020 --> 00:41:14,298 -Did Alfonso use a duplicate box to disappear? 681 00:41:14,299 --> 00:41:16,507 -I would love to help you but I simply cannot tell you 682 00:41:16,508 --> 00:41:17,819 how the trick is done 683 00:41:17,820 --> 00:41:19,786 or any trick, for that matter. 684 00:41:19,787 --> 00:41:22,651 Us magicians, we take a solemn oath. 685 00:41:22,652 --> 00:41:23,928 -That is a shame, Mr. Baggott, 686 00:41:23,929 --> 00:41:25,585 since perverting the course of justice 687 00:41:25,586 --> 00:41:27,207 carries a seven year sentence. 688 00:41:27,208 --> 00:41:29,762 Although, for a first offense with mitigating circumstances, 689 00:41:29,763 --> 00:41:32,558 the Home Office advises a minimum of three. 690 00:41:32,559 --> 00:41:34,560 Do I have that right, Inspector Wellington? 691 00:41:34,561 --> 00:41:36,601 -Indeed, you do, Miss Scarlet. 692 00:41:38,944 --> 00:41:41,394 -Alfonso commissioned a replica box 693 00:41:41,395 --> 00:41:43,016 designed by my good self. 694 00:41:43,017 --> 00:41:45,881 It's a bespoke service that I offer to certain clients. 695 00:41:45,882 --> 00:41:48,953 The original box had a hidden compartment in the side. 696 00:41:48,954 --> 00:41:52,578 But the replica went even further in its trickery. 697 00:41:52,579 --> 00:41:54,614 With the help of some well-hidden latches 698 00:41:54,615 --> 00:41:56,443 it actually had a false bottom 699 00:41:56,444 --> 00:41:58,515 in which Alfonso could not only hide in, 700 00:41:58,516 --> 00:42:00,655 but lock without a soul knowing. 701 00:42:00,656 --> 00:42:03,485 It's a work of art, if I may say so myself. 702 00:42:03,486 --> 00:42:05,245 -Alfonso planned to use the replica box 703 00:42:05,246 --> 00:42:06,902 for his final performance? 704 00:42:06,903 --> 00:42:09,560 -He wanted to go out in a blaze of glory. 705 00:42:09,561 --> 00:42:14,392 Fifty years in the business. I mean, that's quite something. 706 00:42:14,393 --> 00:42:15,980 I may have designed the box 707 00:42:15,981 --> 00:42:18,845 but I cannot take the credit for making it. 708 00:42:18,846 --> 00:42:21,814 His assistant must take the credit for that. 709 00:42:21,815 --> 00:42:23,678 Alfonso was so delighted with what she'd done 710 00:42:23,679 --> 00:42:25,611 that he asked me to take a photograph 711 00:42:25,612 --> 00:42:27,923 of the two boxes together. 712 00:42:27,924 --> 00:42:29,753 He had a wand made for her 713 00:42:29,754 --> 00:42:31,617 and he planned to put the photograph inside 714 00:42:31,618 --> 00:42:35,379 and give it to her after his final performance. 715 00:42:35,380 --> 00:42:37,415 It was his parting gift. 716 00:42:37,416 --> 00:42:39,935 -His assistant made the box? 717 00:42:39,936 --> 00:42:42,766 So, Miss Ling must have been aware of what he was doing? 718 00:42:42,767 --> 00:42:45,631 -I'm not talking about Miss Ling. 719 00:42:53,087 --> 00:42:56,607 -Ladies and gentlemen, the Baker Street Girls. 720 00:42:56,608 --> 00:42:58,885 Now please, put your hands together 721 00:42:58,886 --> 00:43:01,819 as we welcome our headline act. 722 00:43:01,820 --> 00:43:06,375 The incredible, the mysterious, 723 00:43:06,376 --> 00:43:13,417 Slaven the Sorcerer. 724 00:43:13,418 --> 00:43:15,278 Thank you, thank you. 725 00:43:20,494 --> 00:43:23,772 -Ma'am... amazed. 726 00:43:23,773 --> 00:43:25,843 -I'm gonna need you to come with me. 727 00:43:25,844 --> 00:43:28,674 -What? I'm about to go on stage. 728 00:43:28,675 --> 00:43:30,255 -I'm afraid you're not. 729 00:43:31,954 --> 00:43:36,058 You will not believe your eyes. 730 00:43:38,374 --> 00:43:41,619 -What's going on? -Anything? 731 00:43:52,526 --> 00:43:56,391 I grew up with Alfonso. 732 00:43:56,392 --> 00:43:59,497 He and my father were on the same bill for years. 733 00:43:59,498 --> 00:44:01,638 He had no children of his own so he taught me everything 734 00:44:01,639 --> 00:44:03,156 he knew about magic. 735 00:44:03,157 --> 00:44:07,747 He was so kind and patient with me. 736 00:44:07,748 --> 00:44:09,956 Unlike my own father. 737 00:44:09,957 --> 00:44:11,337 He doesn't believe a woman could 738 00:44:11,338 --> 00:44:15,375 or should be anything other than an assistant. 739 00:44:15,376 --> 00:44:16,998 But Alfonso, 740 00:44:16,999 --> 00:44:20,933 he said one day I could be a wonderful magician. 741 00:44:20,934 --> 00:44:23,590 -So he let you help him create a replica box 742 00:44:23,591 --> 00:44:25,420 for his retirement show? 743 00:44:25,421 --> 00:44:28,388 -Not even his assistant would know how he disappeared. 744 00:44:28,389 --> 00:44:31,081 It would be his lasting legacy. 745 00:44:31,082 --> 00:44:35,050 But, he was dreading retirement. 746 00:44:35,051 --> 00:44:36,811 He started to drink more, 747 00:44:36,812 --> 00:44:40,538 became increasingly melancholic. 748 00:44:40,539 --> 00:44:42,989 Not that anyone but me knew. 749 00:44:42,990 --> 00:44:46,234 He was very good at putting on an act. 750 00:44:46,235 --> 00:44:48,719 But knowing his time in the theater was coming to an end 751 00:44:48,720 --> 00:44:51,899 was destroying him. Magic was his life. 752 00:44:53,518 --> 00:44:56,002 -What happened the day he died? 753 00:44:56,003 --> 00:45:00,423 -The night before, he was feeling very down. 754 00:45:02,182 --> 00:45:08,497 -He told me there was no point to his life anymore. 755 00:45:08,498 --> 00:45:12,398 He always arrived an hour early before he was due on the stage. 756 00:45:12,399 --> 00:45:15,608 Always, without fail. 757 00:45:15,609 --> 00:45:20,061 So the next day when he didn't, 758 00:45:20,062 --> 00:45:24,893 I just knew he was never coming back. 759 00:45:24,894 --> 00:45:27,793 I feared the worst but I didn't know for sure 760 00:45:27,794 --> 00:45:31,175 until his body was pulled from the Thames. 761 00:45:31,176 --> 00:45:34,282 -You believe it was suicide? 762 00:45:34,283 --> 00:45:38,769 -He'd talk about it sometimes when he was drunk. 763 00:45:38,770 --> 00:45:41,668 I never knew if he meant it. 764 00:45:41,669 --> 00:45:44,568 -And that's why you impersonated him? 765 00:45:44,569 --> 00:45:48,365 -I couldn't bear him not having the send-off he deserved. 766 00:45:48,366 --> 00:45:50,574 I wanted him to go out how he intended. 767 00:45:50,575 --> 00:45:52,887 Performing the trick of his life. 768 00:45:52,888 --> 00:45:55,028 -And no-one else knew? 769 00:45:57,375 --> 00:45:59,065 -Alfonso's act was midway through the show 770 00:45:59,066 --> 00:46:01,723 when I did the disappearing trick. 771 00:46:01,724 --> 00:46:03,207 Miss Ling couldn't check the box thoroughly 772 00:46:03,208 --> 00:46:05,347 as she was assisting the next act too. 773 00:46:05,348 --> 00:46:07,936 And as the stagehands took the box 774 00:46:07,937 --> 00:46:10,283 and the rest of the props back to the storeroom, 775 00:46:10,284 --> 00:46:12,113 I stayed hidden. 776 00:46:12,114 --> 00:46:15,530 -And then later you swapped the replica box 777 00:46:15,531 --> 00:46:16,571 with the original. 778 00:46:18,948 --> 00:46:23,468 -I gutted it, turned it into a chest for my father. 779 00:46:25,403 --> 00:46:29,682 Alfonso was the only person who believed in me. 780 00:46:29,683 --> 00:46:31,033 And now he's gone. 781 00:46:37,518 --> 00:46:40,762 -Sir. -I spoke to the coroner. 782 00:46:40,763 --> 00:46:42,143 He thinks that the head injuries 783 00:46:42,144 --> 00:46:44,870 are consistent with a post-mortem blow. 784 00:46:44,871 --> 00:46:46,803 Perhaps a boat or the side of a bridge 785 00:46:46,804 --> 00:46:49,564 when the dead man was in the water, so... 786 00:46:49,565 --> 00:46:51,877 ...it does look like suicide. 787 00:46:51,878 --> 00:46:54,672 -So, what happens now? Will Milena be charged? 788 00:46:54,673 --> 00:46:56,605 -Well, I can't deny that we would have got to suicide 789 00:46:56,606 --> 00:46:59,677 much quicker had she not posed as the dead man. 790 00:46:59,678 --> 00:47:00,747 So, she could be charged with 791 00:47:00,748 --> 00:47:01,990 perverting the course of justice. 792 00:47:01,991 --> 00:47:04,993 -But that is at your discretion? 793 00:47:04,994 --> 00:47:09,384 -It is. I can't see who it would benefit. 794 00:47:14,279 --> 00:47:16,729 She seems a determined young woman. 795 00:47:16,730 --> 00:47:19,180 I have no doubt that she will get where she wants to be. 796 00:47:19,181 --> 00:47:23,011 I just... I hope it doesn't consume her. 797 00:47:23,012 --> 00:47:26,808 There's more to life than work. 798 00:47:26,809 --> 00:47:29,293 Just look at our magician friend. 799 00:47:29,294 --> 00:47:32,365 There's a valuable lesson there. 800 00:47:32,366 --> 00:47:33,953 -Don't be too hard on yourself, William. 801 00:47:33,954 --> 00:47:37,750 Life isn't all about work. 802 00:47:37,751 --> 00:47:39,581 I wasn't talking about me. 803 00:47:52,524 --> 00:47:54,215 -It was you, weren't it? 804 00:47:54,216 --> 00:47:55,872 You grassed me up to Duke. 805 00:47:55,873 --> 00:47:57,666 -It wasn't my intention, it just slipped out, 806 00:47:57,667 --> 00:48:01,526 it was a mistake. 807 00:48:10,922 --> 00:48:13,648 -The files you requested, Sir. 808 00:48:13,649 --> 00:48:15,615 -Right, I'm off for the night. 809 00:48:15,616 --> 00:48:18,653 I'll see you in the morning. 810 00:48:18,654 --> 00:48:20,314 Stop right there, Detective. 811 00:48:27,111 --> 00:48:29,629 -I will not discuss who did this, Sir. 812 00:48:29,630 --> 00:48:36,188 Well, in that case I have one question for you. 813 00:48:36,189 --> 00:48:38,569 How do we stop this from happening again? 814 00:48:41,539 --> 00:48:46,370 -There you go, son. -Good man. See ya next time. 815 00:48:49,927 --> 00:48:51,027 What you want now? 816 00:48:54,379 --> 00:48:56,104 I'm no snitch. 817 00:48:56,105 --> 00:49:00,591 -I don't want you to snitch. I want you to teach. 818 00:49:00,592 --> 00:49:02,082 -Show him how to box. 819 00:49:05,011 --> 00:49:06,218 -Detective Fitzroy, 820 00:49:06,219 --> 00:49:09,119 er, please feel free to call me Oliver, Mr. Moses. 821 00:49:11,638 --> 00:49:14,191 -It's just Moses. 822 00:49:14,192 --> 00:49:15,952 Here! 823 00:49:21,337 --> 00:49:25,957 --Mr. Potts. -Miss Scarlet. 824 00:49:28,689 --> 00:49:30,932 -It's nice to see you again. 825 00:49:30,933 --> 00:49:35,592 -Yes, the last time we met I was sitting in a police cell 826 00:49:35,593 --> 00:49:38,388 if memory serves. 827 00:49:38,389 --> 00:49:41,494 -I did apologise. Numerous times. 828 00:49:41,495 --> 00:49:46,051 -There are occasions when a simple apology will suffice. 829 00:49:46,052 --> 00:49:50,607 This was not one of them. 830 00:49:50,608 --> 00:49:55,025 -Today's edition. -Sinclaire? 831 00:49:55,026 --> 00:49:58,306 How bad is it? What does he say about me? 832 00:50:00,549 --> 00:50:02,446 -Absolutely nothing. 833 00:50:02,447 --> 00:50:05,553 It's all about Inspector Wellington. 834 00:50:05,554 --> 00:50:08,349 It says all kinds of nice things about him. 835 00:50:08,350 --> 00:50:12,290 How determined, tenacious, talented he is. 836 00:50:13,941 --> 00:50:17,151 -But nothing at all about you. -Ha! 837 00:50:23,468 --> 00:50:26,465 -Morning James, how's the little one? -Good, Sir. 838 00:50:32,098 --> 00:50:34,478 -Ah, good morning. 839 00:50:36,240 --> 00:50:39,794 -I take it you have seen today's Illustrated Police News? 840 00:50:39,795 --> 00:50:41,175 -Not yet, no. 841 00:50:41,176 --> 00:50:43,384 -Well, to say Mr. Sinclaire sings your praises 842 00:50:43,385 --> 00:50:45,110 would be an understatement. 843 00:50:45,111 --> 00:50:48,113 I, on the other hand, am not mentioned at all. 844 00:50:48,114 --> 00:50:50,977 -Hmm. -Thank you, William. 845 00:50:50,978 --> 00:50:54,119 I assume this was your doing? You warned him off? 846 00:50:54,120 --> 00:50:56,362 -I lifted the ban between my men and the press 847 00:50:56,363 --> 00:50:59,607 and that was enough to satisfy Sinclaire. 848 00:50:59,608 --> 00:51:01,505 To be honest, I would have had to do it sooner or later 849 00:51:01,506 --> 00:51:06,269 or I'd have a revolt on my hands. Excuse me. 850 00:51:06,270 --> 00:51:09,720 -Well, I'm still sorry for any trouble I may have caused 851 00:51:09,721 --> 00:51:11,929 by working with him. 852 00:51:11,930 --> 00:51:13,207 In my determination to succeed 853 00:51:13,208 --> 00:51:16,417 I may not have thought things through. 854 00:51:16,418 --> 00:51:19,523 -I know I can be a tad... -Impatient? 855 00:51:19,524 --> 00:51:21,974 -You may call it impatience, I call it eagerness. 856 00:51:21,975 --> 00:51:22,940 -Well, whatever its name, 857 00:51:22,941 --> 00:51:25,909 it is the cause of many of my headaches. 858 00:51:25,910 --> 00:51:28,532 -You are a good friend indeed. 859 00:51:28,533 --> 00:51:31,604 Which is why dinner is on me tonight. 860 00:51:31,605 --> 00:51:33,365 -I wasn't aware that we were going out. 861 00:51:33,366 --> 00:51:38,163 -Well, now you are. Life can't all be about work, you know. 862 00:51:40,792 --> 00:51:42,792 ---oOo---