CHARLEY. [moving his neck uneasily in the high collar.] Yes—this beastly collar.

LILY. It’s a pity they make you wear such things.

CHARLEY. I’ve got a short neck. I suppose you shouldn’t be a clerk, if you’ve got a short neck. It doesn’t fit the collars.

LILY. What an idea!

CHARLEY stands looking at the map a moment. Suddenly he tears it down and throws it into the fire.

CHARLEY. Good-bye, Lil. [He kisses her.]

LILY. Good-bye, dear.

He picks up his silk hat and gloves and puts the hat on as he reaches the door.

LILY runs to the door.