Violet.
And you think the Khedive will raise no objection?
Arthur.
He knows Ronny a little and likes him. I think he'll be delighted with my choice.
[There is a pause. Arthur drinks his tea. There is no sign that he is conscious of Violet's agitation. She is tortured by indecision.]
Violet.
Arthur, I'm sorry if I was cross just now about Abdul Said. It was stupid of me to interfere with something that wasn't my business.
Arthur.
Oh, my dear, don't say that. I'm sorry I couldn't do what you wanted.
Violet.