Krakatit

"One moment," Prokop stopped him, "allow me to introduce you. Mr. Carson, Sir Reginald Carson."

Sir Reginald drew himself up but remained seated with unruffled dignity; but Mr. Carson, whistling with surprise, sank into a chair like a man whose legs have suddenly failed him. Prokop leaned against the door and stared at both of them with uncontrolled hostility. "Well? " he asked finally.