Matt. I am to pay a sovereign for everyone of your hearers who has so far benefited by the wise admonitions of your last year's sermon as to have broken off his bad habits, or some especial bad habit——
Lucas. We aren't bound to say what the habit is that we've broken off?
Matt. I don't wish to be inquisitive, but if you don't mention the particular bad habit, you will have to give me your word of honor that you've conquered it. [Putting down proofs on table, taking up the money-box, giving it a shake.] Now, who will be first to step into the confessional? [Looking round.
Dolly. I will. As I've nothing to confess.
Matt. Nothing?
Dolly. No. I had what some husbands might think a bad habit, but——
Harry. No bills this Christmas, eh, Doll?
Dolly. No.
Harry. You're sure now, my darling?
Dolly. None of any importance.