M.—Not for worlds! Now, then, I had better write the letter, and then do my accounts, while you get the tea ready.
R.—Oh, yes, that will be delightful.
(Goes to writing-table. Ralph and Janet discuss in a low voice, looking round them helplessly.)
R.—(Aside to Janet.) We had better ask Mammy, I think.
J.—Much better.
R.—(Aloud.) Mammy, there is just one thing we want to ask you.
M.—Yes? What is it?
J.—Where do you think we had better have tea?
M.—Wherever you like. What do you say to the dining-room?
R.—The dining-room is so common.