It is good though not particularly intoxicating." "Thanks," said Derrick; and he made short work of the tankard of home-brewed which the landlord brought him.

"Are you staying here ?" he inquired.

"I ask, because I want a room for a night or two." "That's all right," said Reggie.

"They'll be able to give you a room, I think.

Your portmanteau has arrived already.