Only a little matter of business, Mr.
Juxon.

In point of fact, sir, I wished to consult you." "Yes," said the squire who was used to the constable's method of circumlocution.

"Yes--what is it ?" "Well, sir--it's this," said the policeman, running his thumb round the inside of his belt as though to test the pressure, and clearing his throat.

"There has been a general order sent down to be on the lookout, sir.

So I thought it would be best to take your opinion." "My opinion," said the squire with great gravity, "is that if you are directed to be on the look-out, you should be on the look-out; by all means.