His general attitude towards the forthcoming exhibition was merely one of politeness.

As the first case was opened, however, his manner completely changed.

Without taking the slightest further notice of his hostess, he adjusted a pair of horn-rimmed spectacles and commenced to mumble eagerly to himself.

Mrs.Rheinholdt, who did not understand a word, strolled around the apartment, yawned, and finally interrupted a little stream of eulogies, not a word of which she understood, concerning a green beetle with yellow spots.
"I am so glad you are interested, Professor," she said.

"If you don't mind, I will rejoin my guests.