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Chapter Twelve NEXT ON THE LIST WAS Rory Gifford, the TV producer friend of Dr Lancelot Bliss. Gifford’s apartment, like Nigel’s, was another of the recent developments that attracted affluent young professionals. Of course, Elmhurst was a handy commuter ride into the centre of London. Situated on Elmhurst’s outskirts, on the north bank of the river at Tiffey Reach, within easy walking distance of Northgate and the High Street with their shops and restaurants, Gifford’s apartment was in a futuristic modern block. Rafferty guessed it must have stunning views over the water and the mostly open country to the north-east of the town. Each apartment had a large balcony featuring intricate ironwork and supported by metal pillars. An entry-phone system was in operation. Rafferty pressed the bu