Tillman. Why, they only just sailed the other day, didn't they?

Mrs. Tillman. Yes, and they were supposed to be gone all summer at least, for Ruth Chester's health! What in the world can they have come back for?

Jinny. [With curious determination.] That is what I intend to find out.

Tillman. [Rising.] We must be going, Susan; we've lost our train as it is.

Mrs. Tillman. [Rising.] We can take the seven-two.

[Maggie shows in Mrs. Cullingham and Peter. Peter shakes hands with Mrs. Tillman, then with Jinny, and then with Mr. Tillman.

[Mrs. Cullingham kisses Mrs. Tillman and shakes hands with Mr. Tillman.

Mrs. Cullingham. Jinny, you angel, aren't you surprised!

[Kissing her.

Jinny. Well, rather!