(The set the girls made at Sir John did not turn out a hit.)

Poor Carlo don't seem very well; I think he has caught cold—

(The eldest girl is passable, I own, but much too bold.)

The poor dear darling little dog is anything but strong.

(Depend upon it, we shall hear of something going wrong.)

Another cup, love? Sugar? Milk? I hope you like your tea?

(I don't mean to insinuate—no matter—we shall see.)

Now let me recommend the cake; you'll find it very nice.

(I really hope that those poor Smiths will take some friend's advice.)

[Cats and dogs begin to fight—parrot screams—confusion.