ELLA
Here! (She hands the box to Nettie) Shove it back under the sofa. I’ll go and see. (She turns and crosses to door left and out to the vestibule. Nettie, with the box in her arms, hesitates for a moment then turns and exits at right, taking the box with her. Ella opens the outside door at left, showing Orin on the doorstep. Ella looks at him angrily) For time’s sake, what are you ringing the bell for?
ORIN
Mum says for me not to act like I belonged here.
ELLA
Well, I’m goin’ to shut the door. Git in or git out!
ORIN
I got a note. (He enters room as Ella shuts door) It’s for her.
ELLA (holds out hand)
Let me see it.