Conquest; Or, A Piece of Jade; a New Play in Three Acts

by Marie Carmichael Stopes

Varlie.

Aw—come now, Miss Nora. You’re real cute, but you don’t think I could monkey with British brains?

Nora.

(Lightly.) Well, the British brains in my neighbourhood are not fair game for you. (Looks at Robert.) They don’t know what they ought to want (looks at Gordon) or they want what they can’t get.

Varlie.

Well, they all ought to have this! (Produces sample tin opener from his pocket. The Shepherds look eagerly on.) Is there a tin of food stuff around? Sure-ly?

Roto.

Here you are, Boss.

(Runs to the shelter and returns with one.)