Carve. And when shall you come back?

Janet. You might come down to see me one day at Putney.

[88]Carve. I shall be delighted to. But before that, won't you come here?

Janet. (After a pause.) I'll try and come the day after to-morrow.

Carve. Why not to-morrow?

Janet. Well, a couple of days without me'll do you no harm. It's a mistake to be in a hurry when you've got all your life in front of you.

Carve. (After a pause.) Listen—have some tea before you go.

Janet. No. (Holds out her hand, smiling.) Good afternoon. Now do go to bed.

Carve. I haven't begun to thank you.

Janet. No—and I hope you won't begin.