Blith. (to Selwyn). Then you must have opened them?
Sel. Not exactly—but of course——(embarrassed.)
Blith. Not that it will matter now the wedding is so soon to come off!
Sel. (aside). He thinks I can marry his daughter!
Blith. I shall be glad to see her settled!
Sel. (aside). He will see me settled soon! (Aloud.) Would you mind stepping into the library?—we can continue our explanation there. (Aside.) Anything to prevent his meeting my wife!
Blith. Certainly! (Exeunt Selwyn and Blithers, R. 2 E.)
Enter Fred, with pistol case; he puts hat on table, L.
Fred. I couldn’t get any good swords, but my friend Dawkins has lent me a couple of capital pistols. As I was the challenged party I have the choice of weapons. By Jove! I will do a little practicing before the glass to see if my hand’s steady.
(Exit Fred into his room, L. 2 E.