(A pause. They listen “emparadised in one another’s arms.”)
Lady Patricia.
But where have you been, dearest? For the last half-hour I have been looking for you down shadowy paths and by moonlit waters.
Michael.
And I for you.
Lady Patricia.
Cousin Bill went indoors as he had something he wished to say to his mother. So I seized the opportunity to find you.
Michael.
Miss Lesley left me to speak to her father—and I thought I would snatch a beautiful moment with my wife.