Mrs. T. Can't understand what?
Deacon. (looks at Mrs. T. a moment, then speaks with emphasis) How in the name of wonders he came to marry you and pass by that sweet, lovely being you sent out of the room.
Billy. (takes Pete's proffered seat, but instantly springs up) Oh!
Mrs. T. Why, what is the matter, Pete?
Pete. (examining chair) I dunno. I'se jest tryin' to find out. (picks up pin; conceals bent part, displaying point) Daisy nebber half dusted de chairs. Jest see, she left a pin on dat chair, an' it stuck Billy. She nebber does her work right. (lays his hand on Billy's shoulder and consoles him)
Re-enter Helen, L. 2 E.
Mrs. T. Brother, this is my daughter Helen.
Deacon. (looks at Helen) She inherits her beauty from Bill. Helen, my dear, I'm delighted to see you are so pretty. You will kiss your old uncle, won't you? I knew you would. Everything lovely admires me.
Re-enter Miss Amelia, L. 2 E.