[ Childermass wouldn't be the best reference for how English society may or may not think, although he could make a few educated guesses if asked. For only himself, he's not sure how to feel. Resigned would be a good word, though not one solely meant for Strange. Confused, not so much, as he can at least follow what's being said. Disappointed? Not so much, especially when, for him, it's months after all of this.

That it may not be permanent is, for now, a good enough answer for him, so he'll endure. If anything else had been expected, it may be disappointing, as he'll give one last nod and gesture for them to continue onward, through the trailers. ]

Well, unless you've brought your tonic along, [ Yes, he did catch that and he really, really hopes the answer is no. ] I'd say we're about to find out. Now, how in the world did you manage to turn someone into a cat?