_First Voice_ (_calmly_). What number do you want?

_Imp. Sub._ (_angrily_). One four two nought eight six.

_First Voice_. Two four two nought eight six?

_Imp. Sub._ (_with suppressed rage_). No, _one_ four two nought eight
six.

_First Voice_. Very well. One four two nought eight six.

_Imp. Sub._ Yes, and don't make a mistake.

[_Long pause, during which he asks_, "_Are you there?_" _at
intervals._

_Fourth Voice_. What is it?

_Imp. Sub._ Are you Arctic Wine Company?

_Fourth Voice_. Yes, all right! What is it?

_Imp. Sub._ (_joyfully_). Have you sent a case of champagne to
BUMBLETON?

_Fourth Voice_. What? I can't hear you.

_First Voice_. (_interposing_). Have you finished?

_Imp. Sub._ No, we are still speaking. Have you sent a case of