How did the writer have his revenge on the lady guest at last Or But I have had my revenge at last - Elucidate with reference In W Somerset Maugham s short story - The Luncheon the author humorously recounts his encounter with a lady at a lunch The lady claimed to eat modestly but ended up ordering a lavish meal at the author s expense However the author got his revenge in the end which he describes with humor and satisfaction I Never Eat More than One Thing During their luncheon the lady repeatedly assured the writer I never eat more than one thing for luncheon yet she ordered expensive items like caviar salmon champagne and asparagus The author had to pay for these expensive meals despite his financial hardships He had only eighty francs to last the month He had to sacrifice his savings and went penniless after