Nevertheless, both Nehru and Liaquat were observed to be paying very close attention, and, during the last sentence, even the poised Lady Mountbatten could be seen to turn her head slightly to look at her husband.18 Mountbatten had established his style with immediate effect. The new regime was to be frank, inclusive and open minded. It was now full steam ahead to the transfer of power, and the old guard could come on board or stay on shore as they pleased.
