McNaughten
In truth, Madame, I must tell you that I am very surprised—
Spruce (aside)
Be careful, sir. One friendly word might—
McNaughten (aside) Leave it to me. (Aloud) In my surprise— I find it very surprising—your attractions are a little distracting—and confound me. Besides— My word, I don't know what to say.
Urania The distraction I see you in suggests you've been involved in some bad business. Why didn't you tell me of this sad event? Tell me, dear child, have you been badly hurt—beaten up? Don't keep anything from me.
McNaughten (pulling himself together)
Never. I haven't been fighting.
Urania Is it money? All my wealth is yours.— When one loves and when one has only the purest ends in view, all the good and the bad, the pleasures and the pains—everything must be shared equally. I want my fortune to run with yours.
McNaughten (low)
So, that's it. Wants my money.
(Aloud)
I am obliged to you for the sentiment, but I have no need for the
kindness you offer me.
Urania
I don't understand this. This isn't the way you usually talk.
Spruce (low)
He's very rude, the way he talks. The better for us.
Urania
Please, let's go in to dinner.