GROSVENOR—No, Patience, that would be wrong. I have a mission in life. If it be my fortune to be the handsomest conductor on the finest railroad in the World, who am I that I should withhold the contemplation of my gifts from others? But will you love and marry me, Patience?
PATIENCE—(Pointing to the sign on his hat bearing inscription Chicago & Alton conductor. Sings very much after La Mascotte.)
SHE.
When I behold that magic sign a sweet joy agitates me.
HE.
Ah, Patience, you are right; this uniform must captivate thee.
SHE.
When I look on those beauteous words just like a little chick I tremble.