Mother’s been telling you that.

Mrs. Gaylustre.

Isn’t it true?

Macphail.

Eh, I am just weary of my native scenery.

Mrs. Gaylustre.

But what about the misty chasms of Ben-Muchty?

Macphail.

That’s an awfully damp place. That’s where I caught my bad cold.

Mrs. Gaylustre.