Blanche. We are going to my room; I am sorry you are not well.
Sterling. Oh, it's nothing, thank you.
Ruth. If we can do anything, let us know.
Sterling. [Overwhelmed with shame, bows his head.] Thank you.
[The women go out Right. At the same moment Dr. Steinhart is shown in by Leonard Left.
Dr. Steinhart. Good morning, Sterling.
Sterling. Good morning, doctor; sit down.
Dr. Steinhart. No, thanks, I'm very rushed this morning. What can I do for you?
Sterling. I've been drinking too much for some time; I can't eat—my nerves are all gone to pieces. I've some—some business troubles, and I haven't slept for a week.
Dr. Steinhart. Is that all! Brace up, help yourself a little, and we can soon make a man of you.