[With a grim smile.] I should be a fool if I expected you to pay me compliments, shouldn't I?
Arthur.
You would at all events be a woman who is unable to learn by experience.
Christina.
Besides, I don't agree with you. I think Henry has charm.
Arthur.
Why do we all call him Henry? Why does Henry suit him so admirably? If he had charm we would naturally call him Harry.
Christina.
Really, Arthur, it amazes me that a man in your position can be influenced by such absurd trifles. It's so unfair, when a boy has a dozen solid real virtues that you should refuse to recommend him for a job because he hasn't got in your opinion a frivolous, unsubstantial advantage like charm.
Arthur.