Sarah.

[Breathlessly.] The kerridge has just drove up! [Imogen, Gadd, Colpoys, and Avonia go to the windows, open them, and look out. Mrs. Mossop hurries away, pushing Sarah before her.]

Telfer.

Dear me, dear me! before a single speech has been made.

Avonia.

[At the window.] Rose, do look!

Imogen.

[At the other window.] Come here, Rose!

Rose.

[Shaking her head.] Ha, ha! I'm in no hurry; I shall see it often enough. [Turning to Tom.] Well, the time has arrived. [Laying down her knife and fork.] Oh, I'm so sorry, now.