Cæsar's Wife: A Comedy in Three Acts

by W. Somerset Maugham

I appeal to you, Anne: do you see any objection to suggesting Henry to the Khedive as a private secretary?

Arthur.

I knew that's what she wanted you here for, Anne, to be a witness to my pig-headed obstinacy.

Christina.

Don't be absurd, Arthur. I'm asking Anne for an unprejudiced opinion.

Arthur.

Anne is unlikely to have an opinion of any value on a matter she knows nothing about.

Anne.

[With a chuckle.] That is a very plain hint that I can't do better than hold my tongue. I'll take it, Christina.

Christina.