Garside's Career: A Comedy in Four Acts

by Harold Brighouse

Peter (pushing his chair hack and rising). I might have a career. (Crossing to fireplace.)

Mar (still sitting). And I might have a husband. I don't want to marry a career, Peter.

Peter (looking into fire, his back to Margaret). I've already got a local reputation as a speaker.

Mar. Then make one as a writer. I know you can.

Peter. The other's easier.

Mar. It's not like you to choose the easy path.

Peter. I've worked so hard. I did think that now I might have some reward.

Mar. You've won your degree.

Peter (acquiescent). Oh, yes.

Mar. And—I'm ready, Peter. (Slight pause.)