And then I always think the servants hate them.

Mrs. Insoley.

The more they hate them, the better it is for them. That is life, my dear Helen. It’s a very good thing to begin the day by making it distinctly understood that masters are masters and servants are servants.

Miss Hall.

And I think servants like that, Mrs. Insoley.

Mrs. Insoley.

It is not a matter of interest to me if they like it or not, Louisa. I have the authority of my maker for it, and that is quite enough for me.

Henry Cobbett comes in.

Cobbett.

I’m sorry I’m late.