And it blew-up in his face.

Oh, come on, did you really think I was going to actually have them hook up? Pffft! Haven't you guys seen, like... Every Show With Attractive Male and Female Leads Ever Made? You know, the one with the guy and the girl and they have to work together and stuff.

Panel 1: Prime Minister Hudson is still looking at Slog...

Caption:

What Hudson was thinking…

Prime Minister Hudson (thinking to herself):

What? Why now? If only he'd said something five years ago.

We have responsibilities, it would be highly improper!

And now things are going to be very awkward, and that makes me sad

William Churchill Slog, you complete pillock!

Panel 2:

Caption:

What Hudson actually said out loud…

Prime Minister Hudson (out loud):

William Churchill Slog, you complete pillock!