Of course I think so. Have you forgotten what I told you the other day?' 'Yes,' said Lord Emsworth. He always forgot what people told him the other day.
In "Summer Lightning" by P.G. Wodehouse, the characters engage in a light-hearted conversation where one character expresses confidence in his belief, prompting another to recall a previous discussion. However, Lord Emsworth, known for his forgetfulness, admits that he has forgotten the details of what was said. This exchange highlights not only Emsworth's absent-minded nature but also the humor Wodehouse infuses into his dialogue.
The interaction serves to illustrate the comedic tension...