"That is the reason I like you," said Hiram.
"Why have any adviser, then?"
"For the pleasure of being confirmed in my obstinacy."
"But I might thwart you some day."
"That would be impossible, for I should turn and follow your counsel. Will you be my prime-minister, Hanno?"
"No."
"Why not?"
"Because I want to remain your friend."
"Why not be both?"