"Split up! Check every southbound carriage that hasn't left yet!"
Arthur commanded while dashing towards the row of stagecoaches ready to depart. His eyes scanned sharply like a hawk between each carriage, scrutinizing every passenger by the door, every piece of luggage, every hat brim and scarf that might conceal a face.
Colly and Hoot had no time to dawdle either, practically stumbling as they followed Arthur to divide the work.
This wasn't their first sudden operation, but this time involved the legendary Sir Arthur Hastings from Scotland Yard personally naming them, coupled with the telegraph mentioning "Kensington Palace stolen goods." Even a fool would realize: if this case isn't resolved well, there's not just no hope for promotion in the future, they might even lose their jobs.
