"Next, our Egyptian Ministers and the leading members of the Legislative Council."
"Yes, my lord."
"Next, the more prominent Pashas and Notables."
"Yes!"
"Of course our own people as usual, and finally——"
"Yes?"
"Finally, the Ulema of El Azhar."
The Secretary looked up in astonishment.
"Oh, I know," said the Consul-General. "They have never been invited before, but this is a special occasion."
"Quite so, my lord."