“Perhaps we’d better not go into that just now, sir,” he suggested tactfully.

The efficient Mr. Bateman created a further diversion.

“Wouldn’t it be wise for someone to see to O’Rourke? Don’t you think, sir, that a doctor had better be sent for?”

“Of course,” said George. “Of course. Most remiss of us not to have thought of it before.” He looked towards Bill. “Get Dr. Cartwright on the telephone. Ask him to come. Just hint, if you can, that⁠—er⁠—discretion should be observed.”

Bill went off on his errand.

“I will come up with you, Digby,” said George. “Something, possibly, could be done⁠—measures should, perhaps, be taken⁠—whilst awaiting the arrival of the doctor.”