Stella (stops singing a moment to call). I’m not coming! (Resumes song off.)
Walter (takes up parcel). My new coat at last. The moment I get Davidson under lock and key I’m going to change into this and get away to Brighton. (Puts parcel down.)
(Stella enters R.)
Why wouldn’t you come a minute ago?
Stella. Why did you shut that door in my face?
Walter. When?
Stella. After you went out.
Walter. After I went out—before I came home? Did I speak?
Stella. No.
Walter. It’s as plain as a pikestaff, it’s come home!