Gerald.

My dear fellow, if I hadn’t the best temper in the world, I should kick you.

Blenkinsop.

You’d far better go and lie down. You’ll only say something which you’ll regret.

Gerald.

I suppose you’re not for a moment under the impression that Mrs. Dot cares twopence about you.

Blenkinsop.

May I ask how that can in the least concern you?

Gerald.

Mrs. Dot is an old friend of mine. I’m not going to see her made ridiculous by a conceited nincompoop.