Agnes. You would be very fond of her?
Tom. Indeed I should.
Agnes. Well, as you have none, and you are Dick's partner, why shouldn't you be fond of his sister?
Tom. Miss Fairlee! Agnes!—May I call you Agnes?
Agnes. Dick does, and you are his partner.
Tom. Agnes, I love you.
Agnes. And I love—
Tom (holding out his hands). Well?
Agnes. To have you love me. (Walks into his arms.)
Tom (clasping). Oh, I've found a nugget!