And if Gadd is to play a demon in the pantomime, what do you figure as, Tom Wrench, among the half a dozen other things? Why, as part of a dragon! Yes, and which end—-?

Rose.

[Quietly to Tom.] Apologize to 'Vonia at once, Tom.

Tom.

[Meekly.] Mrs. Gadd, I beg your pardon.

Avonia.

[Coming to him and kissing him.] Granted, Tom; but you should be a little more considerate——

Rose.

[Holding up the belt.] Here——!

Avonia.