Samuel James.

Well, he'd be a fool, and what's more, he knows himself to be one if he goes. He'll lose all the money from Da if he goes, and I'm sure Jennie Graeme's father wouldn't turn his head to look at a fiddler.

Grandfather.

Aye. He's tarr'ble proud o' his family.

Mrs. Granahan.

Opens door of room and comes in.

Here. I seen Mr. Graeme and your Da comin' up the loney from the windy in the low room.

Samuel James.

Well, they'll be for comin' in here and we're only in the road. Come and twist a wheen o' ropes for me.

Samuel James and Grandfather go out by door at back.