The Parson I always say that my west window has all the exuberance of Chaucer, without, happily, any of the concomitant crudities of his period. Mr Elliot The Hangman A difficult client can make things most distressing. Some of them tend to be very hysterical - so inconsiderate. The Duke Hoskins is now going to thrash you; then he'll let you go. Let this be a lesson to you not to poach on my land. Mr Elliot Even my lamented master, the great Mr Benny himself, never had the privilege of hanging a duke. What a finale to a lifetime in the public service!
Prison Governor: Finale? Mr Elliot Yes, I intend to retire. After using the silken rope... never again be content with hemp.