My dear child, that surprises us even less.

Lady Filson.

Your dear father and I, Ottoline, are not unaware of the many eligible men who are—how shall I put it?—pursuing you with their attentions.

Sir Randle.

Parents are notoriously short-sighted; but they are not necessarily—er—what are the things?—tssh!—the creatures that flutter——

Bertram.

Bats, father.

Sir Randle.

[To Bertram.] Thank you, my boy.

Ottoline.