—Quite right, ma'am, said uncle Charles. Now Simon, that's quite enough now. Not another word now.
—Yes, yes, said Mr Dedalus quickly.
He uncovered the dish boldly and said:
—Now then, who's for more turkey?
Nobody answered. Dante said:
—Nice language for any catholic to use!
—Mrs riordan, I appeal to you, said Mrs Dedalus,to let the matter drop now.
Dante turned on her and said:
—And am I to sit here and listen to the pastors of my church being flouted.