But, Michael——

(Baldwin, with his shears and saws, crosses to the right and examines the sunset.)

Clare.

Don’t you remember he was keeping a h’eye on the sun?

Lady Patricia.

But, Clare! What a dreadful state you’re in!

Clare.

I know. Your trees are shockingly dirty. You really ought to get Baldwin to scrub them with soap and water!... Lady Patricia, I hope you won’t think me very rude if I run away. I had quite forgotten it was father’s sermon night when I accepted Mr. Cosway’s invitation to dinner. I always help him with his sermons.

Lady Patricia.

You, my dear child!