(not hearing bell, engrossed in photo) I'm longing to tell you the good news! I'll write to you. (sits and writes) "Dear Madam." (tears it up) I mean "Darling Flo." (writes)
(Enter Flora. shown in by Aurora. She carries a bag in each hand, and parcels under each arm.)
Aurora. This way, miss. The doctor's very busy, but——
Doctor. (not hearing, writes) "What wouldn't I give to have you here now." (takes out coppers) Sevenpence ha-penny!
Flora. (slyly behind him C.) Is Doctor Sheppard in?
Doctor. (absently) Good afternoon. Won't you sit down? Now, what can I do for you? What's the trouble, eh?
Flora. The trouble?
Doctor. Oh, it's my wife! (rushes into her arms) Flo!
Flora. Jack! (kisses him)
Aurora. (gasps, aside) 'Appy patient!