Dinah (playfully coming down centre, imitating a fairy's footsteps). Slow music while the curtains go up. (Sits at piano and plays "As I passed by your Window.")
(George enters from up L., followed by Brian.)
George (to Olivia). What is it, darling?
Olivia. I wish you'd help me to put up these curtains?
George. Of course, dear. I'd better get the library steps. (Crosses to doors R. and exits.)
(Brian goes quickly to Olivia and gratefully kisses her hand, then comes down to Dinah and bows to her.)
Brian. Madam! I have the honour to inform you that hence-forward you are at liberty to regard me as your affianced husband.
Dinah (rising quickly and advancing). Darling!
Brian (waving her back). No! No! Stay there! (She retreats and sits at piano.) Go on playing.
(Dinah goes on playing and he takes out a sketch-book, sits on settee and sketches her.)