These few lines come from man to man.

I think that it occurred to my friend that it might save a great deal of trouble, a great deal of specious diplomacy, and a great many hundred pages of labored despatches, if, at the bottom of it all, he knew your true feelings concerning this question.

It is, after all, a simple matter," Mr.Coulson continued, "and yet it is a matter with so many ramifications that after much discussion it might become a veritable chaos." Mr.Smith inclined his head gently.
"I appreciate the situation," he said.

"My friend here--Sir Edward Bransome--and I have already discussed the matter at great length.

We have also had the benefit of the advice and help of a greater Foreign Minister than either of us could ever hope to become.