Lady C. A letter with my signature. I understand.
Philip. But——
Lady C. I only ask one favour in return.
Philip. Whatever I can do——
Lady C. Once whilst you were away, I was so foolish as to write to you. Whether or not my note was forwarded, I don’t know; but if you received it——
Philip. I did.
Lady C. Please to return it to me; that is all I ask. (slight pause) Well?
Philip. I regret——
Lady C. Surely you will do that?
Philip. I can’t.