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BROXOPP. Well, if I ever do want to sell it, I daresay I’ll consult Sir Roger, but that won’t be for a long time yet. (He gets up) Well——

JACK (jumping up hastily). No, look here, you mustn’t go yet. We’ve only just begun to talk. (Pushing him back into his chair) That’s right.

BROXOPP (good-humouredly). Is this a conspiracy to keep me away from the office, or what?

JACK (plunging at it). Dad, you see before you the happiest man in the world——

BROXOPP (surprised). Oh!

JACK. Only, it’s dashed difficult. (Having another shot) What do you think Mother’s doing at this moment?

BROXOPP. Just what I’ve been wondering. I wanted her in here.

ssss1JACK. Yes, well, she’s upstairs, introducing herself to her future daughter-in-law.

BROXOPP. Jack! Who?

JACK. Iris Tenterden. (But he can’t help being self-conscious about it.)

BROXOPP (eagerly). My dearest Jack! So that’s what you’ve been trying to get out all this time! (He comes forward with both hands held out) But I’m delighted!

JACK (more moved than he cares to show). Thanks, Dad!