He joined Dick in the porch.
"You are Mr.Linforth ?" he said.
"Yes." For a moment a pair of grey, tired eyes ran Dick over from head to foot in a careless scrutiny.

Apparently, however, the scrutiny was favourable.
"I am the Chief Commissioner.

I am glad that you have come.

My sister will give you some tea, and afterwards, if you are not tired, we might go for a ride together.

You would like to see your room first." Ralston spoke with his usual indifference.