Not at all; I live about two steps from here, and every evening, after my dinner, I take a short walk. Only, I am in a frock-coat, and you have friends.

John.

Men only, some club friends. Lionnette is with them in the conservatory.

Richard.

Muster all the courage of which you are master.

John.

We are ruined?

Richard.

Yes.

John.