Sorel
He’s a frightfully well-known diplomatist—I met him at the Mainwarings’ dance.
Simon
He’ll need all his diplomacy here.
Sorel
I warned him not to expect good manners, but I hope you’ll be as pleasant to him as you can.
Simon
Gently.
I’ve never met any diplomatists, Sorel, but as a class I’m extremely prejudiced against them. They’re so suave and polished and debonair.
Sorel
You could be a little more polished without losing caste.
Simon
Will he have the papers with him?