The expensive shops in a famous arcade near Piccadilly were just opening.

At this time of the morning, the arcade was almost empty.

Mr. Taylor, the owner of a jewellery shop was admiring a new window display.

Two of his assistants had been working busily since eight o'clock and had only just finished.

Diamond necklaces and rings had been beautifully arranged on a background of black velvet.

After gazing at the display for several minutes, Mr. Taylor went back into his shop.