I dare say. But will you have a drink now?

James.

Oh, bless you, I know what it is to be engaged. I don't want to disturb you canary-birds. Me and 'Alliwell 'll go and have a gargle round the corner. I see you've got a public nice and 'andy. [To John.] I suppose you're not above goin' in there now and again, eh?

Jenny.

[With a laugh.] He came into the "Golden Crown" every day of his life, and chance it!

John.

I'm afraid I'm in a great hurry.

James.

'Ang it all, one's always got time to have a drop of Scotch in this life.

Basil.