“I beg your pardon!” said the Man.
“What is it?” said the Woman.
“Please do not misunderstand me,” said the Man.
“I will try not to,” said the Woman.
“I am an American,” said the Man.
“Yes,” said the Woman.
“I am here alone,” said the Man.
“Well?” said the Woman.
“And I am—lonely,” said the Man.
“What has this to do with me?” said the Woman.