"The party I give is to be the most beautiful in the world, displaying wonders such as no Emperor can procure. Each of the Four Seasons shall appear before us, perfect in every way, to be followed by the Pavilion of Gold."
"It shall be done, O Lal."
"My guests will be all the stray children of London. Call them from every street and court, from out every by-way, alley, and lane."
"They are all here waiting, O Lal."
"Good. Also gather together all the lost and stray dogs of London, every single one who is wandering about to-night."
"They have all been summoned, O Lal."
"The Royalty present will include Queen Boadicea, King Richard I., King
Charles I., and St. George."
"Each has received a royal invitation, O Lal, and the Royal personages will all be pleased to attend."
"Each boy and girl is to be dressed in the most costly costume, according to their taste."
"All is prepared for them, Lal, and even as you desire, great splendour awaits them, and nothing will be lacking for their perfect enjoyment."