His studs and links and waistcoat buttons were obviously fresh from the Rue de la Paix.

The set of his tie was perfection.

His features were not unintelligent, but his mouth was weak.
"One thing I noticed about Ostend," he remarked, "they charge you a frightful price for everything.

We never got a glass of champagne there like this." "I am glad you like it," their host said.

"From what you say I don't imagine that I should care for Ostend.