It's lucky that Japat is free from gossips, gentlemen." "Oh, I say," said Saunders, "none of that talk, you know." "Don't lose your temper, Saunders," remonstrated Britt.

"Browne's worth two of Deppingham." "Gentlemen," said the Enemy, "please remember that we are not to discuss the habits of our clients.

To change the subject, Britt, that was a--Oh, Selim, please step over to the bank and ask what time it is." As Selim departed, the Enemy remarked: "It won't do for him to hear too much.

As I was saying, that was a clever bluff of yours--I mean the gunboat goblin.

I have enlarged upon your story somewhat.