It’s a delusion of the public that the Prime Minister has nothing to do but pay afternoon calls. [He turns to George Winter.] I’m very glad to see you here.
George Winter.
On the best possible terms with my mother-in-law.
Lady Francis.
Well, when are you going to dissolve Parliament?
Perigal.
[Making himself comfortable in an arm-chair.] I’ve been so busy, I haven’t had time to read the papers for some days. What do they say about it?
Lady Francis.
Don’t be irritating, Bob.
Perigal.