If you are unhappy with Uncle Ranil now, the blame for that rests on you too. Some say that even though he is not there, Uncle Ranil has to dance to his tune. You speak of laying down conditions to join Uncle Ranil. Now, the tables have turned: If it suits him, Uncle Ranil might even appoint you as PM! That is to keep Uncle Ranil on the straight and narrow.
Source: Sunday Times August 07, 2022 01:05 UTC