The millions of South Africa or the Middle West might vainly knock at his own front door till the crack of doom, while Paul the penniless sauntered in an honoured guest.

But in his official room in the House of Commons more stern and worldly considerations had to prevail.
"Of course I can't give you an answer now," said he.

"I'll have to discuss the whole matter with the powers that be.

But a seat's a seat, and though I appreciate your Quixotic offer, I don't see why we should risk it.

It's up to you to make good.