101 Conversations in Intermediate English

58. Steps to be taken

Laura and Adam carry on talking about the mystery of the painting, and about the next actions that must be taken to resolve the case. Additionally, Detective Smith makes a confession.

Adam: Well, I hope you don’t mind me asking, but what is your next move?

Laura: I haven’t told Peter and Natalie, as they would have tried to dissuade me, but tomorrow… I’m going to follow my boss.

Adam: You are going to follow Chief Inspector Turner?

Laura: Yes, he told me he has appointments tomorrow. I want to know where he is going.

Adam: Laura, can I ask you a question?

Laura: Of course.

Adam: Why are you telling me all of this? Why do you trust me?

Laura: Adam… I’m a detective. I’ve known about the Historians’ Club for ages.

Adam: You know about us?

Laura: Yes. And I know everything about you, Adam… “The man with the hat”.