Rose.

I'm awfully sorry, Gerald, but the boy must be educated like a gentleman.

Gerald.

There I quite agree, Rose, but first of all he's an Irishman, and it's right that he should be educated in Ireland.

Rose.

Darling Gerald, a mother's love is naturally the safest guide in these things.

Gerald.

Dearest Rose, a father's wisdom is always the most reliable.

Lady Frederick.

Pardon my interfering, but—aren't you just a little previous?