Horace. I have expressed my wish on the matter and I propose to have my way, so——

(Enter Bella, showing in Mr. Dicey R.)

Bella. Mr. Dicey.

Aunt. This is a most opportune kindness you are showing us, Mr. Dicey. We gladly accept your escort. (Shakes hands.)

Minnie. (Shaking hands) You can hardly guess how much obliged we are to you. Thank you for thinking of us.

Dicey. The pleasure is doubled if I am of real service.

Minnie. Somehow or other, we had forgotten to order a cab.

Aunt. Yes. We had forgotten!

Horace. I was just getting ready to run down the street after one.