I took them the moment the office was opened.
Basil.
What's the time?
Fanny.
Well, sir, it must be 'alf-past nine by now.
Basil.
Good Heavens, how slowly the hours go. I thought the night would never end.... Oh, God, what shall I do?
Fanny.
I'll make you a strong cup of tea. If you don't 'ave something to pull you together—I don't know what'll 'appen to you.
Basil.