[There is a sound of a footstep in the courtyard outside.
Daisy. Here he is. Go quickly.
[George opens the door and stops as he catches sight of Lee Tai.
George. Hulloa, who's this?
[Lee Tai steps forward, smiling and obsequious.
Lee Tai. I am the owner of this house. The amah complained that the roof leaked and I came to see for myself.
George. [Frowning.] It's of no consequence. Please don't bother about it.
Lee Tai. I wish I needn't. The amah has a virulent and active tongue—I am afraid she will give me no peace till I have satisfied her outrageous demands.
George. You speak extraordinarily good English.
Lee Tai. I am a graduate of the University of Edinburgh.