MERRIMAN.
I have put Mr. Ernest’s things in the room next to yours, sir. I suppose that is all right?
JACK.
What?
MERRIMAN.
Mr. Ernest’s luggage, sir. I have unpacked it and put it in the room next to your own.
JACK.
His luggage?
MERRIMAN.
Yes, sir. Three portmanteaus, a dressing-case, two hat-boxes, and a large luncheon-basket.
ALGERNON.
I am afraid I can’t stay more than a week this time.
JACK.
Merriman, order the dog-cart at once. Mr. Ernest has been suddenly called back to town.
MERRIMAN.
Yes, sir. [Goes back into the house.]
ALGERNON.
What a fearful liar you are, Jack. I have not been called back to town at all.
JACK.
Yes, you have.