Amah. You very pletty girl. I very pletty girl long time ago. You look alla same me some day.

Daisy. [Amused.] Heaven forbid.

Amah. You velly good temper to-day, Daisy. You glad because George come.

Daisy. I didn't see him yesterday.

Amah. He keep you waiting.

Daisy. The wretch. He always keeps me waiting. But what do I care as long as he comes? We shall have three hours. Perhaps he'll dine here. If he says he can, give him what he likes to eat. No one can make such delicious things as you can if you want to.

Amah. You try flatter me.

Daisy. I don't. You know very well you're the best cook in China.

Amah. [Tickled.] Oh, Daisy! I know you more better than you think.

Daisy. You're a wicked old woman. [She gives her a kiss on both cheeks.] What are they making such a row about next door?