When the window was closed he stopped and spoke.

“Monk tells me that Mr. Round is in the kitchen and has brought a fish to show you⁠—a large perch⁠—caught out of season. Do you mind if I run in and see it before I go? I’m afraid I must be off now. I’m glad you’re pleased with the look of our book, Sir! And I thank you for this money. It was ridiculous of me to⁠—” He broke off. “I shall change it at Stuckey’s on Monday. It’ll keep the pot boiling splendidly, Sir.”⁠ ⁠…