Elizabeth. Perhaps.
Lady Mogton. We had better begin. I have only got half an hour.
Janet. I saw Mrs. Villiers. She promised she’d come.
Lady Mogton. You should have told her we were going to be photographed. Then she’d have been punctual. (She has taken her seat at the table. St. Herbert at her right.) Better put another chair in case she does turn up.
Janet. (Does so.) Shall I take any notes?
Lady Mogton. No. (To Annys.) Give instructions that we are not to be interrupted for anything.
(Annys rings bell.)
St. Herbert. (He turns to Phoebe, on his right.) Have you heard the latest?
There was an old man of Hong Kong,
Whose language was terribly strong.
(Enter Hake. He brings a bottle and glass, which he places.)