LAURA. Won't you be rather late getting down town, Will?

WILL. Doesn't make any difference. I don't feel much like the office now. Thought I might order the car and take a spin through the park. The cold air will do me a lot of good. Like to go?

LAURA. No, not to-day. I thought your business was important; you said so last night. [Crosses to sofa, and stands.

WILL. No hurry. Do you—er—want to get rid of me?

LAURA. Why should I?

WILL. Expecting someone?

LAURA. No—not exactly. [Crosses up to window.

WILL. If you don't mind, I'll stay here. [Lets curtain fly up.

LAURA. Just as you please. [A pause. Crosses to piano; plays.] Will?

WILL. Yes.