Oh, you are here early. I am so sorry for the delay, I got stuck on the District line. We were “being held at a red signal” whatever that was supposed to mean. And I see you have already gathered the cups and biscuits. How wonderful!
Just let me take off my shoes and put my bag away.
*voice comes from the other room* Oh the London Tube. Don’t we love to hate it!
*back in the armchair*