Man to talk to me briefly on the telephone and tell me I sound sexy. Honesty not required.
Seriously, all I need to make me feel better is someone who will answer as follows:
Eal: "Do I sound ill or just sort of sexily husky?"
Man: "Sexy, of course."
It's not a lot to ask for. I've phoned three male friends today, none of whom will abandon truthfulness for long enough to tell me I sound good. I mean, what on earth is the point of losing one's voice if one doesn't acquire a husky, sexy rasp in return?
Bribes are not on offer. Gratitude is.