St Paul's churchyard is recalled as the place where Theodosia had previously seen Von Braggenschnott. Its importance in the account lies in that recognition: far from London, amid a pursuit near Cairo, the churchyard returns as a clue that identifies one of her pursuers and connects the present danger to an earlier encounter.

Recognition in the Pursuit

As Theodosia and Nabir race to catch an electric tram heading back to Cairo, the men pursuing them are close behind. Once aboard, Theodosia recognizes Von Braggenschnott by his cold, cruel eyes, which she remembers from St Paul's churchyard. The recollection confirms his identity even before she identifies another pursuer, Tetley, whose face she recognizes from the British Museum.

Narrative Significance

The churchyard is not described in detail in this recollection; it functions as a marker of prior contact. The brief reference lets a look become evidence: Theodosia’s memory links Von Braggenschnott to the present chase, making the distant churchyard part of the danger unfolding around Cairo.