Duchess.
Go and think that over somewhere by yourself, young man. I haven’t seen Loveday since her escapade into Greater Britain and I want to hear from her how this little island looks in true prospective.
(Gordon bows and goes toward back of stage and mingles with other quests, strolling out of sight. Meanwhile a guest or two stroll partly round the alcove, but seeing the Duchess talking, retire.)
Duchess.
(Taking Loveday’s arm and pushing her down on to sofa, sits beside her.) Now, Miss, your confessions.
Loveday.
He is really wonderful.
Duchess.
Though New Zealand is British my experience of home Britons tells me it is not peopled by geniuses. He is exceptional. Naturally.