He found himself now in the agreeable situation of being able to do what was best for others and at the same time what was convenient to himself. (W. Somerset Maugham)

He found himself now in the agreeable situation of being able to do what was best for others and at the same time what was convenient to himself.

W. Somerset Maugham

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