The story reaches its climax as betrayals and schemes unravel, leading to confrontations at Eccleston Square and the Priory. A chase, a brawl, and shadowy incidents in corridors heighten the suspense. The Girdlestones’ crimes are exposed, with a mix of dramatic revelations and moments of hope. Key characters face their fates, with some finding redemption and others succumbing to their greed. The climax involves a midnight cruise and a harrowing voyage, culminating in justice and resolution. The narrative ties up loose ends with an emotional conclusion, emphasizing the cost of ambition and deceit.

CHAPTER XXXI. A CRISIS AT ECCLESTON SQUARE
CHAPTER XXXII. A CONVERSATION IN THE ECCLESTON SQUARE LIBRARY
CHAPTER XXXIII. THE JOURNEY TO THE PRIORY
CHAPTER XXXIV. THE MAN WITH THE CAMP-STOOL
CHAPTER XXXV. A TALK ON THE LAWN
CHAPTER XXXVI. THE INCIDENT OF THE CORRIDOR
CHAPTER XXXVII. A CHASE AND A BRAWL
CHAPTER XXXVIII. GIRDLESTONE SENDS FOR THE DOCTOR
CHAPTER XXXIX. A GLEAM OF LIGHT
CHAPTER XL. THE MAJOR HAS A LETTER
CHAPTER XLI. THE CLOUDS GROW DARKER
CHAPTER XLII. THE THREE FACES AT THE WINDOW
CHAPTER XLIII. THE BAIT ON THE HOOK
CHAPTER XLIV. THE SHADOW OF DEATH
CHAPTER XLV. THE INVASION OF HAMPSHIRE
CHAPTER XLVI. A MIDNIGHT CRUISE
CHAPTER XLVII. LAW AND ORDER
CHAPTER XLVIII. CAPTAIN HAMILTON MIGGS SEES A VISION
CHAPTER XLIX. A VOYAGE IN A COFFIN SHIP
CHAPTER L. WINDS UP THE THREAD AND TIES TWO KNOTS AT THE END