Lady Marjorie awoke from her nap and looked out her window. The sun was setting. She sat up and listened for a few moments. The suite was silent, as if no other soul occupied it.

Marjorie sprang from her bed and padded over to Emily's bedroom. Empty. She peered into the watercloset and also found nothing. After checking the entire suite she began to feel some anxiety. I told her to be back before dark, she thought uneasily.

She picked up her phone and asked the operator for the front desk.

"Kadira? Lady Folcwalding. My maid went to see the pyramids today and is not back yet. Do you know if she booked a tour?"

A pause.

"What time does the tour group usually return then?"

Another pause.

"Very well, I suppose they are a bit late is all... No, thank you I shall wait here. Would you be so kind as to direct me to the kitchen? I should like to order a tea. If you hear anything do let me know. Yes, thank you very much. Oh yes, just some sandwiches and tea please."

She hung up the phone and stood pondering for a few moments.

If she is not back after my tea I am going to contact the authorities, she decided.