"I seek only to narrow search," Chan explained. "That will be all, thank you. Can you name hour of next boat to mainland?"
"I certainly can," answered the Britisher. "There's one tomorrow at noon. I hope to heaven - "
"I will extend myself to the utmost," smiled Chan. "Though, to look at me, many might remark that I had already done so."
(from The Black Camel, by Earl Derr Biggers)
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