Philip.

[Suddenly.] Robbie——!

Roope.

[Struggling with an obstinate sleeve.] Hey?

Philip.

It's just struck me. Where are you dining to-night?

Roope.

At the Garrick, with Hughie Champion. [Picking up his hat and gloves.] He's getting horribly deaf and tedious; but I had nothing better.

Philip.

Bother Colonel Champion! I wish you could have dined with me.