He's worked in the Intelligence Services as well. Trod the well-trodden path of good Trinity men. He was always very talented, granted a fellowship at Cambridge to teach after his tripos was complete. He's dedicated himself to his country as deeply as he has to art. Quite published.

[He took a drink and leaned back in his chair, satisfied.]

It does help that he's related to Queen Mary.

[Another sip.]

Aaaah. That's a good cup.