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प्रश्न
Who reminded Lord Weston about Mr. Caesar?
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उत्तर
Mr. Roger reminded Mr. Weston of the appointment made between him and Mr. Caesar regarding rose trees. He had come to discuss the deal on planting rose trees in his garden.
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