Having made a large fortune, he retired.

‘I have a little theory which you Messieurs who go out there must help me to prove. This is my share in the advantages my country shall reap from the possession of such a magnificent dependency.’

On the headboard and wall just behind and to the right of the bed, blood formed curious stain patterns as though some neurotic artist had sprayed red paint with a splatter gun.

Uh, um, and well are common filled pauses among English speakers.