Florence. [Sitting down in the arm-chair] I think if I were a scenic woman I’ve had ample opportunity during the last fifteen minutes to indulge myself.
Hossefrosse. [Still looking into Spindler’s eyes] You did I think;—
Mrs. Pampinelli. [Beckoning to Spindler] Mr. Spindler.
Hossefrosse. I had the pleasure of hearing you.
Florence. Was it a pleasure, Clyde?
Mrs. Pampinelli and Hossefrosse, together.
Mrs. Pampinelli. [Still beckoning to Spindler] Mr. Spindler!
Hossefrosse. [Whirling around and glaring at Florence] It appears to amuse you! [Spindler steps below Hossefrosse and passes up in front of him to Mrs. Pampinelli, who whispers something to him.]
Florence. [Unfastening her neckpiece] I have an inopportune sense of humor.
Hossefrosse. You should be able to appreciate the situation, you created it!
Florence. [Looking over at him] I didn’t create her husband.