JIM

Yes; I hope to see a drop of beer in one some day, but I know I won't. Their trick might not work just once.

BILL

How many have you tried, Jim?

JIM

Oh, I don't know. I've always been at it, working as fast as I can, ever since—ever since—(Feels his neck meditatively and up toward his ear) Why, ever since, Bill.

BILL

Why don't you stop it?

JIM

I'm too thirsty, Bill.