(Still holding the bottle with her)
I concede your temper. I always had a hard time to control it. (Taking it from her courteously.) It was one of your most unpleasant traits.
Marie
(Sullenly)
Then why did you change me?
Grant
It’s a professional secret, Mrs. Case. The leading lady hasn’t the capacity to reach the heights your wonderful temper demanded. Besides, her specialty is cute ingénue stuff. She’s a great popular favorite, you know, and is consequently afraid to lose her following by playing any part which lacks charm.
Tom
(Bitterly)