edward waits till the effects of this explosion are over.
edward. And what does Beatrice say to your emigrating to the backwoods . . if that is exactly what you mean?
hugh. Now that we're separating—
edward. [taken aback.] What?
hugh. We mean to separate.
edward. This is the first I've heard of it.
hugh. Beatrice is making some money by her books, so it has become possible.
edward. [humorously.] Have you told anyone yet?
hugh. We mean to now. I think a thing comes to pass quicker in public.
edward. Say nothing at home until after Christmas.