[Arthur walks away and picks up a book. Sir William turns in his chair, watching Arthur.]

Miss Gower.

You to play, William. [A pause.] William, dear——?

[She also turns, following the direction of his gaze. Laying down his cards, Sir William leaves the card-table and goes over to Arthur slowly. Those at the card-table look on apprehensively.]

Sir William.

[In a queer voice.] Arthur.

Arthur.

[Shutting his book.] Excuse me, grandfather.

Sir William.

Ye—ye're a troublesome young man, Arthur.