Barlow.

The fact is, I’ve noticed lately that I’m not so thin as I was.

Dickie.

It can’t have required great perspicacity to notice that.

Barlow.

I’m not asking you for repartee, Dickie, but advice.

Dickie.

You don’t want to bother about a figure at your time of life.

Barlow.

To tell you the truth, I have an inkling that I’ve made something of an impression on a very charming lady....