Halligan fell!

Vicky

[Reeling toward the door.]

Mr. Halligan! Mr. Halligan! I’m afraid I’m going to faint.

[On the threshold a sudden suspicion comes to her, and she pulls herself together with a heroic effort.]

David! Davy, boy. Don’t touch the candy!

[She collapses on the threshold.]

David

[On his knees at her side.]

Vicky! Vicky, dear! Answer me, Vicky!