Car. (R. C.) Peter, after this you must see that it is absolutely necessary for this person to depart.
Carrie sobs in Helen’s arms.
Corn. Confound Helen! Mifton will be on to me next.
Enter Innings from L. D., drops down L.
Hel. (R. C.) Carrie, you have been patient and long suffering, but there is a limit.
Dunn. (C.) Yes! There is a limit. And you’ve gone it. It’s my say now, and I am reckless, and may raise the devil!
Nio. (kneeling and clinging to him) Petramos, restrain! Be merciful! Invoke not now the curses of the gods!
Dunn. Oh, hang the gods! Be quiet, you only make things worse!
Nio. (bursting into tears, rising and falling on Dunn’s neck) Oh, Petramos!