Lord J. Fancy, Jean——!
Great. The working man's a good deal of an ass, but even he won't listen to——
Jean (again appealing to the silent Stonor). But he does listen like anything! I asked why there were so few at the Long Mitcham meeting, and I was told, "Oh, they've all gone to hear Miss——"
Stonor. Just for a lark, that was.
Lord J. It has no real effect on the vote.
Great. Not the smallest.
Jean (wide-eyed, to Stonor). Why, I thought you said——
Stonor (hastily, rubbing his hand over the lower part of his face and speaking quickly). I've a notion a little soap and water wouldn't do me any harm.
Lord J. I'll take you up. You know Freddy Tunbridge.