Denham.

(sighing) Oh, what does it matter what I think? You always act on principle. I must try to get this drawing done.

Mrs. Denham.

Don't send me away, Arthur. You will soon be rid of me altogether.

Denham.

Don't say that, dear. I know you are very miserable about Undine—and other things. So am I. I wonder whether we are all going mad.

Mrs. Denham.

I think Ihave gone mad.

Denham.

Do you say that in earnest?