Without recognising the handwriting? [Vera motions him to a chair and sits.] When will he be back?

Vera.

This afternoon.

Adene.

I am glad. I want to ask him for some advice and some introductions. I'm going to India.

Vera.

What!

Adene.

The fact is, I feel rather run down, and I'm going to take a holiday—with a little work to fill in spare moments.

Vera.