edward. Haven't you had enough?
alice. I know I want one more.
He cracks another, with a sigh which sounds ridiculous in that connection.
edward. Well, if you've never had to decide anything very serious . .
alice. [With great gravity.] Everything's serious.
edward. Everything isn't vital.
alice. [skilfully manœvring the subject.] I've answered vital questions. I knew that I didn't want to marry you . . each time.
edward. Oh, then you didn't just make a rule of saying no.
alice. As you proposed . . on principle? No, I always gave you a fair chance. I'll give you one now if you like.
He rouses himself to play up to this outrageous piece of flirting.