Beatie.

You simple, foolish, Cis! If your head is so queer, shall I tell you what to say?

Popham enters, carrying a tray with breakfast dishes.

Popham.

[To herself.] He won’t think so much of her now. His breakfast is my triumph. [To Cis.] Coffee, bacon, and a teacake.

Beatie.

Hush! Master Farringdon is writing something very important.

Popham.

[Going to the window.] That’s a cab at our door.