This farce concerns the culprit in Lady Godard's murder. A certain detective makes it clear that Lady Godard was murdered by a member of her own family, despite their protests. Regrettably, the services of the detective's bodyguard are required. 
and a blood-flecked bottle,
وقنّينة بقطرات دماء
il a laissé le manteau
бросил окровавленный плащ,