[Jean stands alone, looking very pretty in girlish distress. Rex gazes at her a moment and then with sudden passion he silently rushes over, seizes her in his arms, kisses her furiously.

Jean

[indignant, struggles, frees herself, and rubs her cheek]

Ugh! How could you!

Rex

Because I love you!

Jean

Love! It isn't even respect now.

Rex

Has that fellow ever kissed you?