I don't know how much talent I have, but I know that I have ambition; and you are committing a serious blunder when you set aside a man who wishes you well.

The anointed head dazzles for the time being, but what next ?--Why, a war of words; discussions will spring up once more and grow embittered, envenomed.

Then, for your own sake, I advise you not to find me at the Left Centre.

In spite of your prefect's manoeuvres (instructions for which no doubt went from here confidentially) I am secure of a majority.

The time has come for you and me to understand each other.