Wheeler. (ill at ease) It is——
Mrs. D. And thus you ignore your marriage vow to "love, honor and protect" me?
Wheeler. If you are not satisfied, you have the courts to seek for redress——
Mrs. D. In what manner?
Wheeler. By applying for a divorce.
Mrs. D. A divorce?
Wheeler. Yes.
Mrs. D. Then you are in earnest?
Wheeler. Was never more so in my life. As a proof of it (takes pocket-book from pocket, and quickly selecting a couple of notes, tenders them to Mrs. D.) there is sufficient means to obtain shelter for yourself this night, and to carry you back to your former home in the morning.
Mrs. D. (haughtily spurns it) Keep your money! I'll never touch a cent of your ill-gotten wealth. For two long years have I supported myself and my child without assistance from you, and Heaven helping me, I will continue to do so for the future.