Only I can't conceive his having had a friend," said Mr.Manley in a tone of some bitterness.
"Then it's certainly a case with possibilities," said Mr.Flexen in a pleased tone.

"But I expect that the solution will be quite simple.

It generally is." He said it rather sadly, as if he would have much preferred the solution to be difficult.
"Let's hope so.

A big newspaper fuss will be detestable for Lady Loudwater.

She's a charming creature," said Mr.Manley.
"So I've heard.