'So it seems,' said the kelda, her voice chilly just for that moment.

'Ye dinnae say?' said the kelda, giving Tiffany a strange look.

'I cannae tell,' said the kelda, 'but in my heid, it seems like this.

'Oh, I ken that well enough,' said the kelda.

'Who knows?' said the kelda.

'Snails,' said the kelda, taking pity on the waiter, 'and I have to say they are good eating, my girl.

'And as days go, the day has gone,' said the kelda, 'and no doubt it was a busy and useful one.