Tommy (dancing, with his mouth full). These berries ain't so bad—although they've far too much acidity.

Jane (ditto). To me, their only drawback is a dash of insipidity.

Tommy (rudely). But, all the same, you're wolfing 'em with wonderful avidity!

Jane (indignantly). No, that I'm not, so there now!

Tommy (calmly). But you are!

Jane. And so are you!

[They retire up, dancing, and eat more berries—after which they gaze thoughtfully at each other.

Jane. This fruit is most refreshing—but it's curious how it cloys on you!

Tommy (with anxiety). I wonder why all appetite for dinner it destroys in you!