"I think a twenty-dollar breakfast is one hell of a way to start a morning," Jake replied.

Before Jake could reply, the sound of the drums began again.

"There's only one other guy works like him," replied Jake in a low voice.

Then you can help me get him," Jake replied.

Jake, eager to keep his options open, replied that he wanted none.

"I don't know what you're talking about," Jake had replied, frowning in puzzlement.

When Jake replied, his lips barely made the shapes of the words.

Before Jake could reply, the bumbler spoke for himself.

"We could waive it," replied Jake, thinking of all the cameras he would miss.

"I'll withdraw the question," Jake replied loudly as he returned to his seat.