Christine. I’ve got an idea it’s about the beheading of John the Baptist.
John. That’s certain to last an awful time! Ugh! You’re hurting me. Oh, I’m so sleepy, so sleepy!
Christine. Yes, what have you been doing all night? You look absolutely washed out.
John. I’ve been sitting here chatting with Miss Julie.
Christine. She doesn’t know what’s decent. My God! she doesn’t. [Pause.]
John. I say, Christine dear.
Christine. Well?
John. It’s awfully strange when one comes to think it over.
Christine. What’s so strange about her?
John. Everything. [Pause.]