(Somewhat disturbed, aside.) Ach! The English are mad enough for anything. Gott sei dank I know of this! (Aloud.) What about Mrs. Grundy?

Nora.

Yes. A pretty pair you will look. What will people say?

Loveday.

When the whole world’s future is at stake, do you think I care what people say?

Varlie.

Who was it said the English are all mad? He was right.

Gordon.

It is too much, Loveday!

Nora.