BROXOPP (surprised). Oh!
JACK. Only, it’s dashed difficult. (Having another shot) What do you think Mother’s doing at this moment?
BROXOPP. Just what I’ve been wondering. I wanted her in here.
[31]JACK. Yes, well, she’s upstairs, introducing herself to her future daughter-in-law.
BROXOPP. Jack! Who?
JACK. Iris Tenterden. (But he can’t help being self-conscious about it.)
BROXOPP (eagerly). My dearest Jack! So that’s what you’ve been trying to get out all this time! (He comes forward with both hands held out) But I’m delighted!
JACK (more moved than he cares to show). Thanks, Dad!
BROXOPP (pulling himself up humorously). Tut, tut, I was forgetting. (Formally) May I congratulate you, Mr. Broxopp?
JACK (smiling). Silly old ass!