The Accusation and the Pursuit

This flow tracks the false bank-robbery case as Fix’s suspicion follows Fogg across continents and eventually collapses.

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The Missing Banknotes

The Missing Banknotes A conspicuous theft £55,000 disappears from the Bank of England, and witnesses recall a polished, well-dressed man. The police circulate a description and send detectives to major ports. A suspect takes shape Fogg’s solitary habits and sudden departure appear to fit the description. The coincidence gives Fix a theory, but no proof of guilt.

Fix Finds His Suspect

Fix Finds His Suspect A matching passport Fix recognizes that Fogg’s passport description resembles the police notice. The consul’s visa confirms the traveler’s route but does not settle whether he is guilty. A warrant delayed Fix telegraphs London for an arrest warrant and follows Fogg aboard the Mongolia. He must pursue without lawful authority until the document arrives.

A Chase Across India

A Chase Across India Following the itinerary Fix shadows Fogg from Bombay toward Calcutta, hoping to arrest him on British territory. The warrant does not arrive in time for either city. A second opportunity Passepartout’s temple visit gives Fix a separate charge to exploit. He arranges for the priests to bring a complaint to Calcutta, using local law to delay the travelers.

The Hong Kong Trap

The Hong Kong Trap A final British foothold Fix hopes the missing warrant will reach Hong Kong, the last English territory on Fogg’s route. When it does not, he seeks another way to prevent departure. Passepartout drugged Fix gets Passepartout drunk and gives him opium, keeping him from warning Fogg that the Carnatic will sail early. The deception delays the master but separates the servant from the party.

The Wrong Man Released

The Wrong Man Released Arrest at the finish Fix finally uses the warrant to arrest Fogg in Liverpool. He believes he has caught the bank robber, though the charge is mistaken. The case dissolves Fix learns that James Strand, the actual thief, has been arrested in Edinburgh. He releases Fogg, whose remaining time is dangerously short.

28 September, before the journey

9 October, Suez

20–25 October

Early November, Hong Kong

21 December, Liverpool