"Quite a courteous fellow, too, sir.

I forgot to mention that he sent his compliments to you and asks for an interview at your earliest conven--" "Asked for an interview?
Drag him here at once--by the heels, if necessary.

Tell him I shan't keep him waiting an instant," said the captain ironically.
Mr.Mott still hesitated.

"In the event, sir, that he is in the midst of shaving--" "I don't care a hang what he's in the midst of," exclaimed Captain Trigger.

"Even in the midst of changing shirts.