I was making a statement of fact," replied Cameron curtly.
"Ah, yes, very good going, Cameron.

Very good going, indeed, I should say," said the Superintendent, conscious of his own brusqueness and anxious to appease.

"Did Mrs.Cameron come with you ?" "She did." "Indeed.

That is a long drive for a lady to make, Cameron.

Too long a drive, I should say.