He chucked it down into a corner and helped himself to a cup of tea.
"I only looked in as I passed," said he.

"I am going right on." "Where to ?" "Oh, to the other side of the West End.

It may be some time before I get back.

Don't wait up for me in case I should be late." "How are you getting on ?" "Oh, so so.

Nothing to complain of.