Well, if one dare say so, I fancy you are suffering from the tyranny of a fascinating egoism.

Parbury.

I’m suffering from the tyranny of tears.

Gunning.

What I can’t understand is how a man of your strong nature arrived where you are.

Parbury.

I’ll make an effort to tell you. To begin with, I suppose I’m fairly good-natured.

Gunning.

Oh yes!

Parbury.