Gunning.

What’s the matter? What are you afraid of?

Parbury.

Of nothing in the world!

Gunning.

[Slapping him on the back.] Hero!

Enter Mrs. Parbury, L., wearing a bright smile, which fades when she sees Gunning.

Parbury.

Mabel, I want to present you to my dear old friend, George Gunning. My wife, George.

[Gunning crosses to Mrs. Parbury. Shakes hands.