Kennedy considered Druitt, any misgiving in his expression in direct relation to the fact that he could not keep the man within his sight for the course of this investigation. He placed the handkerchief and earring on his desk, out of the other man's reach, and nodded.

"Mr. Druitt, you are free to go," he said. "However if we require your assistance again or should more evidence arise, I trust we can rely on your cooperation."