Peter. Woman or goddess, she's alive. Yes.

Lady M. She'd be flattered if she heard you now.

Peter. I'm not flattering her.

[Re-enter Freddie.

Fred. I've seen her off the premises.

Lady M. Don't interrupt. Mr. Garside's telling us about a woman with a wonderful face who's been inspiring his speeches.

Fred, (sitting r.c.). Oh, yes? A face that launched a thousand speeches? Bit of a responsibility for any face.

Lady M. And who is she, Mr. Garside?

Peter. I didn't know.

Glad. What a pity. She'll never know what she's been to you.