Ladies and gentlemen, I do want to tell you how much I have appreciated some of the things that make this company so special – not just the business side, but the fun and laughter we have had – to say nothing of the long nights labouring away at last minute documents and deals. And as for Mrs Morris’s morning tea treats – I think that’s what I am going to miss most! . I am leaving but I will be watching your progress with interest and I shall indeed be back. I am certain you will all go on to achieve far better things than I did. If my legacy to you was time spent building this firm up, your legacy to me is one of comradeship, faith in teamwork and an abiding passion for rock cakes. I have just one final point to make – that is to thank you for the wonderful present. How could you have guessed that it was just what I wanted!!?? I now raise my glass to you and say farewell. Thank you.

Friends, I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. God bless you guys... Cheers

I fooled all of you! Mwuh-aaa-ha-ha-ha!