(Doctor falls in a heap on the stage.)
—and will marry you without a penny.
Doctor. (sitting on stage) Both of 'em!
Plant. No, sir, either of 'em. You've only to choose and your aunt will forgive you everything—I've arranged it all! Which is it to be? Quick—your answer!
Doctor. (pointing to the two couples) There's your answer.
TABLEAU.
Plant. (seeing Waverly and Andrew for the first time) What the devil's up now? Those dear girls have never given me a moment's peace in all their blessed lives!
(Doctor at table C.)
Pearl. (comes down) Papa, see what Mr. Vane's given me. (shows him Pearl necklace) Precious Pearls! Isn't that appropriate? I think Mr. Vane has something to say to you. (pushes him forward)
(Waverly is silent.)