The Gay Lord Quex: A Comedy in Four Acts

by Arthur Wing Pinero

I consider the custom of ladies manicuring gentlemen one that may occasionally lead to undue familiarity, my lord.

Quex.

I am inclined to agree with you, sir.

Pollitt.

And I shall do all I can to persuade Miss Fullgarney to relinquish active participation in the business.

Quex.

The palmistry profession is a flourishing one at present, eh, Mr. Valma?

Pollitt.

[Loftily.] My engagement-book is always full. I have disappointed several ladies by coming here this afternoon.

Quex.