'Let me tell you what I know about this dangerous jewel. A number of Indian priests have been following the Moonstone since it was taken from the Palace of Seringapatam in 1799. They have been in this country, and are waiting for their chance to take the diamond back to the statue of the Moon God, where it belongs. When Colonel Herncastle died and the diamond was taken to Yorkshire, this was the chance that the Indian priests were waiting for. Unfortunately for them, Franklin Blake changed his travel plans at the last moment, and the Indians lost their chance to attack Franklin and recover the diamond. But they saw the jewel on Rachel's dress at the birthday party,and waited for their next chance. And when did we next hear about the Indian gentleman?' asked Murthwaite.