Ben Crouch had sent Elmer to the ground as well, though at least he had released his grip around his neck.

The scene had gained a theatrical turn. Charles was there of all people, some lady and a Greengrass, though not the one Elmer had met at his shop.

"You shouldn't have said that, chap!" Elmer called out towards Noble (?) Greengrass. "I think he wants to kill you."