of tea?' I asked. 'We've come a long way.' Which wasn't strictly true but I thought it might diffuse the situation.
'Tea times are strictly adhered to here at Rooky's, 1100 hours and 1530 hours, on the dot,' stated Mr Quidzen. 'As it is only 1050 hours, you must contain yourself until then. The same goes for comfort breaks. They must be taken in your own time or pay will be docked.'
'I don't really think this position will suit, but thank you very much,' (for nothing)', I added under my breath.
'Johnny!' scolded Rosie, as I walked out, ...