She did say that, but I think it's just an expression now. You've heard it used that way, haven't you? Stiff drinks? Strong tea? Dark nights? That sort of thing.

I don't see what you're both so suspicious of with Beth. She's a local, she knows everyone, she's got a bit of a prefect's personality, If you see what I mean. But she's not MLE. And I can't see her as Dogstar, either.

And honestly? If she is, I shouldn't like to be Mr Barney: I imagine Dogstar might take care he never spouts off again. Isn't that your impression of them?