Matt. Or write to her?
Lucas. Yes.
Matt. The word of honour of an English gentleman used to mean something, Lu.
Lucas. It does now, Uncle Matt!
Matt. [Shakes hands with him heartily.] Then I'll take it. Now be off as quickly as you can and let us make the best of it for you and her.
Lucas. Thanks. Good-bye!
Matt. Good-bye!
[Lucas crosses to Dolly, offers his hand.
Dolly. No, Lu. If Renie gets out of this safely and if you behave yourself, I'll shake hands with you when you come back from India.
Lucas. You're taking this too seriously—you're taking it far too seriously! [Exit.