mrs. voysey. They haven't separated.

booth. But they mean to.

mrs. voysey. Fiddle-de-dee!

booth. I quite agree with you.

beatrice. [with a charming smile.] This reasoning would convert a stone.

booth. Why have I not been told?

beatrice. You have just been told.

booth. [thunderously.] Before.

beatrice. The truth is, dear Booth, we're all so afraid of you.

booth. [a little mollified.] Ha . . I should be glad to think that.