"When did you arrive?"
"A couple of days ago."
"Why on earth didn't you let me know at once?"
I heard him laugh. "I'll tell you when I see you. By the way, can Barbara have me for the week-end?"
This was like Jaffery. Most men would have asked me, taking Barbara for granted.
"Barbara would have you for the rest of time," said I. "And so would Susan. I'll expect you by the 11 o'clock train."
"Right," said he.
"And, I say!"
"Yes?"
"Talking of fair ladies—what about—?"