[He won't be surprised, and doesn't expect it, by the quiet 'hmph'.]

No, none have tried anything untoward in my neighborhood as yet but there's been some apprehensive whispers. Aught can be done for now than listening and waiting, at least until my knees finish changing and I can walk with ease once more. The next house over is full of chatty sorts, I'll hear about anything interesting sooner or later.