Would you--" "Would I keep the chair, in that case?
Certainly." "I mean, would you advise me--" "My good fellow, I'm waiting to advise you.

(I'm sure there's something wrong with that chair.

Why be obstinate about it?
Why not get another ?)" "Please don't notice the chair, Sir Patrick--you put me out.

I want--in short--perhaps it's a curious question--" "I can't say till I have heard it," remarked Sir Patrick.

"However, we will admit it, for form's sake, if you like.