Come quickly, or papa will be angry!

Gertrude.

[After a moment's pause.] I am coming! [Another short pause and she appears in door.]

Marie.

How red your eyes are! You have been crying! What's the matter, dear? [Caressing her.]

Gertrude.

Where is George?

Marie.

[Lightly.] He went out again a few moments ago.

Gertrude.