He'll see that one actor, at least, not unknown to Europe, has vindicated his reputation as a playwright in the face of the British public." Austin felt immensely flattered at such confidences being vouchsafed to him by the eminent exponent of Lord Byron, and said he was certain that the theatre would be crammed.

Mr Buskin shrugged his shoulders, and replied he was sure he hoped so.
"And now," he added, "I think I'll be walking back.

And look you here, young gentleman.

We've had a pleasant meeting, and I'd like to see you again.

Just take this card"-- scribbling a few words on it in pencil--"and the night you favour us with your presence in the house, come round and see me in me dressing-room between the acts.