She (forcibly). And it is her business which takes you out to-night?
He (going toward the left-hand door). I have to go across to the Bar Association to look up some points, and—
She (rising quickly). And you can just send me a cab. I shall go to Mrs. Playfair’s to rehearse again for the private theatricals.
He (annoyed, coming back). But I had asked you to give it up.
She (with growing excitement). And I had almost determined to give it up, but I have changed my mind. That’s a woman’s privilege, isn’t it? I am tired of spending my evenings by myself.
He. Now be reasonable, Jenny: I must work.
She. And I must play—in the private theatricals.
He. But I don’t like private theatricals.
She. Don’t you? I do.
He. And I particularly dislike amateur actors.