ANNIE. Huh?
MRS. FARLEY. Anything doin'?
ANNIE. [At door.] Ah—Ah—hain't asked, Missy Farley.
MRS. FARLEY. Then do it.
LAURA. [Coming to the rescue at the door. To ANNIE.] I'll answer her. [Out of door to MRS. FARLEY.] What is it, Mrs. Farley?
MRS. FARLEY. [Her voice softened.] Did ye have any luck this morning, dearie?
LAURA. No; but I promise you faithfully to help you out this afternoon or to-morrow.
MRS. FARLEY. Sure? Are you certain?
LAURA. Absolutely.
MRS. FARLEY. Well, I must say these people expect me to keep—[Door closed.