#reggie forthright

“Professor Emerson is not only the bravest of men, he is one of the most intelligence. No doubt your weaker wits are unable to follow the shrewd reasoning that guides his every action. I will brook no criticism of my husband, Mr. Forthright--especially from you.”

If he really wanted information, he got more than he bargained for. Emerson simply rolled his eyes and shrugged, in indication that he found Reggie’s state of ignorance too abysmal to be capable of improvement, but Ramses was always ready to lecture.

“Sit down, you young idiot,” Emerson growled. “What melodrama!”

“No doubt you explained your presence to the satisfaction of Mrs. Emerson; she is a kind-hearted individual with a peculiar weakness for romantic young idiots. You will find me harder to win over, Mr. Forthright.”

“What an unpleasant little swine he is,” said Emerson in a conversational tone.

“Mrs. Emerson is quite capable of walking without your assistance, Forthright,” said Emerson, scowling. “Hands off my wife, if you please.”