He looked at the table covered with books and papers. His face suddenly lit up.
"Ah, someone had mentioned you taught Greek..."
The tone suggested admiration. I responded in an aggravated tone.
"Yes... I teach Greek and Latin and French. I teach all sorts of stuff. So what?"
He did not answer. I thought that my icy answer would dissuade him from continuing the conversation.
"So, you teach Greek..." He shook the head. He was about to open his mouth when I snapped:
"Yes, yes and I have a lot of work!"
He seemed not to understand. He stammered:
"It is you I was waiting for a few moments ago. I surprised you, I believe. Please excuse me."