[She staggers to the passage-door and disappears, closing the door behind her. Then he extinguishes the remaining light, and cautiously lets himself out at the other door.

end of the third act.


THE FOURTH ACT

The scene is the same, in every respect, as that of the First Act.

[On the right Miss Claridge is manicuring a young gentleman. On the left Miss Moon is putting her manicure-table in order, as if she has recently disposed of a customer. Miss Limbird is again at her desk, busy over accounts. The door-gong sounds and, after a short interval, Quex and Frayne enter, preceded by Miss Huddle. Frayne appears particularly depressed and unwell.

Quex.

[Nodding to Miss Limbird.] Good morning.

Miss Limbird.

Morning.