[Drawing herself up again.] Mr. Gunning!

Gunning.

So easily flattered.

Mrs. Parbury.

[With more emphasis.] Mr. Gunning!

Gunning.

In nine cases out of ten it’s vanity that leads men astray.

Mrs. Parbury.

[With growing wrath.] Mr. Gunning, we are speaking of my husband.

Gunning.