Inspector Jacks and Dr.
Spencer Whiles were certainly just a little out of accord with their surroundings.

The detective's clothes were too new and his companion's too old.

The doctor's clothes indeed were as shabby as his waiting room, and he sat where the sunlight was merciless.
"How singular," the Prince remarked with a smile, "that you should have pointed those two men out! One of them I know, and, if you will excuse me for a moment, I should like to speak to him." Penelope was not capable of any immediate answer.

The Prince, with a kindly and yet gracious smile, walked over to Inspector Jacks, who rose at once to his feet.
"I hope you have quite recovered, Mr.Inspector," the Prince said, holding out his hand in friendly fashion.

"I have felt very guilty over your indisposition.