ann. But I hate you too . . I know that.

lord john. Shall I kiss you?

ann. [Helplessly.] Yes.

He kisses her full on the lips.

ann. I can't hate you enough.

lord john. [Triumphantly.] Speak the truth now.

ann. I feel very degraded.

lord john. Nonsense.

ann. [Wretchedly.] This is one of the things which don't matter.

lord john. Ain't you to be mine?