KATE. It seems I gave Ted money for his share of the rent last month, and he bought a coat with it instead.
LAURA. Oh.
KATE. So Tippy had to pay again.
LAURA, Tippy didn't tell on him?
KATE. You know he wouldn't. Martin found out some way and told for him.
LAURA. Martin's a beast.
KATE. Maybe he was right. They all but told me to take Ted back and keep him with me.
LAURA. And you will, I suppose? [KATE is silent.] I'm sorry.
KATE. I don't mind your question.
LAURA. There's nothing else you can do, really.