Get it over soon. (He bends down and kisses her reverently, then turns away from her with tragic eyes.) Didn’t you like it?...

Michael.

But the wrong I am doing you, and the wrong I am doing Patricia....

Clare.

But if Patricia doesn’t know and I don’t mind, I don’t see where the wrong comes in.... Do you?

Michael.

(Taking her hands.) Do you love me, Clare?

Clare.

I don’t know.... Yes, I think I do. You’re such a solemn old donkey!... Michael, if I love you, will it really make you a happier man?