VICKEY. Some folks get on too fast.
WILLIE. It's a matter of opinion. (Coming C.) I know Maggie and me gave both of you a big leg up when we arranged your marriage portions, but I dunno that we're grudging you the sudden lift you got.
(Enter HOBSON and MAGGIE.)
WILLIE. Good morning, father. I'm sorry to hear you're not so well.
HOBSON. I'm a changed man, Will. (He comes down and sits on arm-chair, R.)
WILLIE. There used to be room for improvement.
HOBSON. What! (He starts up.)
MAGGIE. Sit down, father.
WILLIE (sitting R. of table). Aye. Don't let us be too long about this. You've kept me waiting now a good while and my time's valuable. I'm busy at my shop.
HOBSON. Is your shop more important than my life?