Philip.

[Evasively.] Oh——!

Roope.

[Joining them.] My dear Mrs. Anslow, Mr. Mackworth is one of the most gifted authors of the present day.

Philip.

[Glaring at Roope.] Tsssh!

Roope.

[To Mrs. Anslow.] Get his books from your library instantly. I envy you the treat in store for you——

[Noyes again appears.

Noyes.