For Frost, there was an almost audible sigh of relief in finally getting a chance to play.

For Frost, this is the best - and perhaps only - chance he has had at being a starter in the pros.

The old woman was waiting for Frost as he pushed through the doors to the lobby.

That just left more time for Frost to hog the stage.

Which had to be something of a first for Frost, Silence thought as he looked serenely around him.

For Frost to admit that the place made her feel uncomfortable, it must really be getting to her.

But for Frost there was now no need to hurry.

He held it out for Frost to examine, but the inspector wasn't there.

At last there was room for Frost to poke his arm down.

This second woman lifted her glass for Frost to fill.