Lady C. (aside) He doesn’t speak to me. Am I a faded flower? (sits, L.)
Rose. Very good, Uncle George. That ought to get the verdict. (leaning upon his shoulder)
Sir G. Let us hope it will. (looking at Philip)
Rose. If all your speeches are as nice as that, I must come down to court and hear you plead.
Sir G. I shall be proud to have so fair an auditor. But we’ve not told your aunt the news.
Lady C. What news?
Sir G. Philip informs me, much to my surprise——
Philip. (rising) Sir George! I have considered your advice, and have resolved to act on it. Till I have done so it would perhaps be better——
Sir G. Not to say anything? I will respect your confidence.