Come and sit down. I have something very serious I want to talk to you about.

Lady Sellenger.

Dear Mr. Blenkinsop, do take Nellie for a little stroll in the garden.

Mrs. Dot.

Oh, but it concerns Nellie, and I want her to hear.

Blenkinsop.

I perceive you are inclined to think that the serious cannot fail to be improper, Lady Sellenger.

Lady Sellenger.

Be quiet, you horrible cynic.

Mrs. Dot.