The Land of Promise: A Comedy in Four Acts

by W. Somerset Maugham

You’re not a real Canadian yet if you refuse a cup of tea when it’s offered you. Well, sit down and make yourself comfortable.

Marsh.

How are you getting on, Norah?

Norah.

Oh, never mind about me. Tell me about yourself. How’s Gertie? And what brought you to this part of the world? And what’s Reggie Hornby doing? And is thingamygig still with you? You know, the hired man. What was his name? Trotter, wasn’t it? Oh, my dear, don’t sit there like a stuffed pig, but speak to me, or I shall shake you.

Marsh.

My dear, I can’t answer fifteen questions all at once.

Norah.

Oh, Eddie, I’m so glad to see you. You are a duck to come and see me.

Marsh.