Smith. (Unwraps second parcel and follows her across the stage) With this, Smith pinned his tie--a curious jewel. He was very fond of it. I trust you will treasure it. (Celia tries to refuse pin, but Smith forces it upon her. Goes through and empties all his pockets, offering cigarette case, knife, keys, etc.) And here I have a few more things.
Celia. (With a gesture of horror, retreats up stage to card room) No, no, no, no, please! I don't want them. I----
(Tarver enters through morning room in dinner jacket. He shows surprise at seeing Smith. Smith replaces articles in his pockets.)
Tarver. (At door R.) Oh, I am so sorry. I didn't know you were engaged. I think I left my election speech somewhere.
Celia. (Eagerly coming down C.) That's quite all right, Bobby. We have finished our business. Good-bye, Colonel Vavasour. It is extremely kind of you to have taken all this trouble for a stranger. (Crosses down R. as though to exit.)
(Tarver crosses to cabinet L. and gets his speech.)
Smith. (Follows Celia to L.C.) But I haven't delivered a single word of the message I am pledged to deliver.
Tarver. (Picks up speech and comes down L. of table to L. of Smith) I'm just going.
Smith. Don't let me drive you away, Mr.--Mr.---- (Looks to Celia to introduce him to Tarver.)
(Celia has turned and walked up stage.)