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.