But is it right to give high office to a man of that character?
Arthur.
They were the manners and customs of the times.
Mrs. Appleby.
But he tried to kill you. Don't you bear him any ill will?
Arthur.
I don't think it was very friendly, you know, but after all no statesman can afford to pay attention to his private feelings. His duty is to find the round peg for the round hole and put him in.
Anne.
Why does he come here?
Arthur.