sharp-witted

Noel was a sharp-witted lad, as he had himself said, and there had been no opportunity of coaching the servants.

Having guessed that much, it was only a few moments until the sharp-witted young scout learned the full truth.

However, it soon became evident that sharp-witted Spotted Deer had guessed his intention.

Yet it serves to show the close observation of these sharp-witted fellows.