Alick (warned by Daniel who nudges him). They're great altogether.
John. Do you think there will be any sale for it at all?
Alick. I think so. (He perceives Daniel motioning assent.) I believe there would be indeed.
John. Man, I wish I had the head of some of you young fellows to understand the working of them machinery and things. (Daniel goes back into the workshop.) I've the worst head in the world for understanding about them sort of things. There's Daniel, a great head on him, Daniel.
Alick (slyly). He has, right enough!
John (proudly). One of the best. When he was a wee fellow, dang the one could beat him at making boats or drawing pictures, or explaining extraordinary things to you. None. Not one. A great head on him, Daniel. He'll do something yet.
Alick. Did you know Andy McMinn's for coming over to see you this day, Mr. Murray?
John (eagerly). This day? When? Are you sure?
Alick. Aye, so he said. About two o'clock or so. Someone told him about Daniel's great new idea, and he's very curious to hear about it.
Mary. He's always poking his nose into people's business.