Horace. That’s gone, and I wouldn’t have it back at that price. Only help him now.

Messenger. Try at the house.

Horace. They know me there.

Messenger. What of that?

Horace. I wouldn’t like Mrs. Clarence to see me in this condition.

Messenger. Your friend is dying.

(Horace pulls himself together and knocks loudly at the door. Footman opens door.)

Horace. There’s a poor fellow dying of cold and hunger. Ask Mrs. Clarence if she will——

(Mrs. Clarence appears behind Footman.)

Mrs. Clarence. What is it, John?