Scene III.—Parlor at Mr. Lewis’. Mrs. L., R., Agnes, C., and Philip, L., present. They are engaged in taking off their outer garments.
Mrs. Lewis. How glad I am to get home again! I feel very tired.
Philip. I don’t feel tired a bit. I wanted to stop longer. Didn’t you, Agnes?
Agnes. I had a nice time, and enjoyed myself very much. (Smiling.) I don’t suppose I should seriously have objected to stopping longer. Do you know, Phil, I made a good many new acquaintances this evening?
Phil. Yes, you seemed to be having a splendid time, talking with Fitznoodle. I can’t say I admire your taste.
A. Oh, as for that, I don’t fancy him much, myself, but you know one must be civil, even if they don’t like those they are talking with.
(Enter Aunt Rachel, R., with night-cap on, in a state of great excitement.)
A. R. Oh, murder! Help! Thieves!
Mrs. L. What is it, Rachel?
A. R. (gasping). Oh, dear! Oh, dear!