Blond enters quietly, followed by Cis and Mr. Posket on tip-toe, Mr. Posket holding on to Cis.
Blond.
This way; be quick. Excuse me, the police are just entering the room in which these gentlemen were having supper. One of them is anxious not to be asked any questions. Please to hide him and his friend somewhere. They are both very nice gentlemen.
[He goes out, leaving Cis and Mr. Posket.
Mr. Posket.
Cis, Cis. Advise me, my boy, advise me.
Cis.
It’s all right, Guv, it’s all right. Get behind something.
[Agatha Posket peeps from under the table-cloth.
Agatha Posket.