Phil. Beatrice!

Bea. Yes, dear! I’m coming! (exit L.D.)

Nor. Not many more opportunities? What does she mean? (standing puzzled C.—turning his head to Kate)

Kate. (in conservatory) Mrs. Selwyn means that I am leaving Ravenhurst.

Nor. You’re going away! (goes up to Kate)

Kate. This afternoon. (R.)}

} of opening, R.C.)

Nor. For good? (L.) }

Kate. For Mrs. Selwyn’s good.

Nor. You don’t mean to say she’s given you notice.