I'll look and see.

If you had let me know in time I could have ordered one from Mudie's." "Well, I've got to go to town; I'll make sure of it, and buy one." "Seems a pity to waste money.

Won't you be going anywhere near Mudie's ?" "Looks more appreciative to have bought a copy.

It will do for a birthday present for someone." On the other hand, the conversation may have been very different.

My hostess may have said: "Oh, I _am_ glad he's coming.