Philippa allowed polite regret to inform every muscle. 'Whatever day it occurs,' she said, 'I feel I have a previous engagement.''May I congratulate you,' he said agreeably, 'on your evident popularity.''Anything I can do,' Philippa said, 'to save you from the exhaustions of pluralism.
Philippa expresses polite regret to everyone, indicating she cannot attend due to prior commitments, regardless of the day. Her words suggest she is frequently busy and sought after, but she humorously implies that her presence might be exhausting for others due to her numerous engagements.
In response, someone congratulates her on her apparent popularity, to which Philippa courteously offers to help others avoid the fatigue of being pulled in many directions. This exchange highlights her graciousness and busy social life, with a touch of humor about her many obligations.
