Sir G. How does the matter stand?
Philip. Exactly as it stood when I left England. It was a friendship, nothing but a friendship.
Sir G. Friendship?
Philip. Dangerous, no doubt; that’s why I went abroad.
Sir G. Have you communicated with the lady since?
Philip. Never.
Sir G. Nor she with you? (pause) Eh?
Philip. Once.
Sir G. Ah! Now I understand the case. May I inquire what you propose to do?
Philip. To see her and to tell her I am going to be married.