VOICE. (Mechanically.) It's me—it's Phil—it's your husband.
CAPT. G. She doesn't know mel—It's your own husband, darling.
VOICE. Your own husband, darling. AYAH. (With an inspiration.) Memsahib understanding all I saying.
CAPT. G. Make her understand me then—quick!
AYAH. (Hand on MRS. G.'s forehead.) Memsahib! Captain Sahib here.
VOICE. Salaem do. (Fretfully.) I know I'm not fit to be seen.
AYAH. (Aside to G.) Say “marneen” same as breakfash.
CAPT. G. Good-morning, little woman. How are we to-day?
VOICE. That's Phil. Poor old Phil. (Viciously.) Phil, you fool, I can't see you. Come nearer.
CAPT. G. Minnie! Minnie! It's me—you know me?