"And what about me?" asked Loraine in a small, meek voice.
"You're not on in this act," said Jimmy instantly. "See? After all, we've got to have someone outside to—er—"
"To what?" said Loraine.
Jimmy decided not to pursue this tack. He appealed to Bundle.
"Look here," he said. "Loraine must keep out of this, mustn't she?"
"I certainly think she'd better."
"Next time," said Jimmy kindly.
"And suppose there isn't a next time," said Loraine.
"Oh! there probably will be. Not a doubt of it."
"I see. I'm just to go home and—wait."