Ah, but you're such a little mouse. Paula likes cheerful people about her.
Ellean.
I'm afraid I am naturally rather silent; and it's so difficult to seem to be what one is not.
Aubrey.
I don't wish that, Ellean.
Ellean.
I will offer to go down to the village with Paula this morning—shall I?
Aubrey.
[Touching her hand gently.] Thank you—do.
Ellean.