(Brian and Dinah go out through the window up C. to L.)
Olivia. You must forgive them, Mr. Pim. They're such children. And naturally they're rather excited just now.
Pim. Oh, naturally, naturally!
Olivia. Of course you won't say anything about their engagement. We only heard about it five minutes ago, and nothing has been settled yet.
Pim. Of course, of course!
(Enter George from staircase up R.)
George. Ah, Mr. Pim, we meet at last. Sorry to have kept you waiting before. (Shaking hands.) How are you? How are you?
Pim. The apology should come from me, Mr. Marden, for having–er–
George. Not at all. Very glad to meet you now. Any friend of Brymer's. You want a letter to this man Fanshawe?
Olivia. Shall I be in your way at all?