What has she been saying to you ?" "It is a little cold for the time of the year," said Holmes.
"What has she been saying to you ?" screamed the old man furiously.
"But I have heard that the crocuses promise well," continued my companion imperturbably.
"Ha! You put me off, do you ?" said our new visitor, taking a step forward and shaking his hunting-crop.

"I know you, you scoundrel! I have heard of you before.

You are Holmes, the meddler." My friend smiled.
"Holmes, the busybody!" His smile broadened.
"Holmes, the Scotland Yard Jack-in-office!" Holmes chuckled heartily.

"Your conversation is most entertaining," said he.

"When you go out close the door, for there is a decided draught." "I will go when I have said my say.