Nio. (crosses to Carrie) He loves you still. His heart is yours; you cannot grudge me a little corner in it.
Dunn. (at table, putting down patterns) She wants a corner on it.
Car. How can I bear this infamous creature’s insolence.
Dunn. Carrie, you don’t understand; she’s not infamous.
Car. You defend her!
Dunn. I’d defend anyone who’s unjustly accused.
Car. (crying R.) If you are bewitched, confess it; say you are under the spell of this fair Siren.
Nio. (crying C.) The Sirens lured Odysseus with melody and song. I have not played or sung here to Petramos.
Dunn. Now they’re both at it. Here’s a chance for the gods! Carrie, there’s no spell in the business.