HODSON [turning]. Yes, sir.
BROADBENT. Did you notice anything about me last night when I came in with that lady?
HODSON [surprised]. No, sir.
BROADBENT. Not any—er—? You may speak frankly.
HODSON. I didn't notice nothing, sir. What sort of thing ded you mean, sir?
BROADBENT. Well—er—er—well, to put it plainly, was I drunk?
HODSON [amazed]. No, sir.
BROADBENT. Quite sure?
HODSON. Well, I should a said rather the opposite, sir. Usually when you've been enjoying yourself, you're a bit hearty like. Last night you seemed rather low, if anything.
BROADBENT. I certainly have no headache. Did you try the pottine, Hodson?