Vera.

I will give it up it you think right, father.

Carlyon.

No, not just yet. Here are three more letters. [Hands them to her.] Decline that. Agree to that. Tell the Deputation to come on the 15th at 10 a.m.

Vera.

Yes.

Carlyon.

Also write out a telegram. [Looks at her and pauses.] No; that is all. Take them upstairs; I may want to dictate something.

Vera.

Yes.