Annys. I mean I want to be the judge myself of what are my duties.

Geoffrey. I no longer count. You will go your way without me?

Annys. I must go the way I think right.

Geoffrey. (He flings away.) If you win to-night you will do well to make the most of it. Take my advice and claim the seat.

Annys. (Looks at him puzzled.)

Elizabeth. Why?

Geoffrey. Because (with a short, ugly laugh) the Lord only knows when you’ll get another opportunity.

Elizabeth. You are going to stop us?

Geoffrey. To stop women from going to the poll. The Bill will be introduced on Monday. Carried through all its stages the same week.

Elizabeth. You think it will pass?