[very seriously]

Almeric, I think it's noble to be brave in trouble, but—

ALMERIC

[puzzled]

I say, you know, you've really got me!

ETHEL

I mean that I admire you for your pluck, for seeming unconcerned under disgrace, but—

ALMERIC

Disgrace? Why, who's disgraced—not even the Governor, as I see it. You got that chap called off, didn't you?

ETHEL