. You get less for murder, I’m led to believe??? ‘Don’t tell anyone,’ Alexander said confidentially, ‘but this colour isn’t entirely natural.’ He touched his – now he mentioned it – rather walnut-coloured cheek. ‘So I’m off to the spa for a little touch-up. My wife always says I look better with a bit of colour.’ ‘I didn’t know you were married,’ I said, hoping my surprise wasn’t too evident in my voice. Alexander nodded. ‘For my sins. Thirty-eight years this year. You get less for murder, I’m led to believe!’ He gave a slightly grating laugh, and I cringed inwardly. If he hadn’t heard what we were saying earlier, it was an odd remark. If he had heard then it was in very poor taste indeed. I would like to know what does ". You get less for murder, I’m led to believe" here mean . Thanks.