"Are you showing Esther the new rose, Angus?
Such a disappointment, Esther, my dear! I had quite made up my mind that it was to be red.

It came out pink, and such a beautifully strong plant--such a waste! I simply can't make myself care for pink roses.
They are so common.

Was I very long?
You must both be starved.

I know I am.

Won't you come upstairs, Esther, and put off your hat ?" Esther intimated that she would.