Lord Dangars.

Even then the shades of pretty women should not be such very bad company. [Referring to his watch.] By Jove, a pleasant chat runs into one’s time. If you want me, “Poste Restante, Rome,” till you hear again.

Hugh Murray.

Going abroad, during the shooting?

Lord Dangars.

I must, you know. This divorce business checks the pleasant flow of invitations for a season or two. So I shall spend a few months tranquilly in Italy and write a Society novel.

Hugh Murray.

A Society novel!

Lord Dangars.