Vance. Florence, excuse my thoughtlessness. I have intruded. I beg pardon. I see there are times when even a man’s sweetheart isn’t interested in his plans.
Flo. (Coaxingly.) Harvey, don’t be absurd.
Vance. I am not absurd. I’ve only been thoughtless, that’s all. (Going R.) Good night.
Flo. Good night. (Goes to door with him.) I’m so sorry. (Exit Vance, R.) There’s a narrow escape and what will Harvey think of me. I have actually been rude. Why, he left his plan after all! (Goes L., calls Rachel.)
Enter Rachel, L.
Flo. The coast is clear, Rachel, I actually feel guilty. If papa should return—
Rach. Shall I bring him in?
Flo. Yes, be quick. (Exit Rachel, L.) I must get him away. To think that he must be driven like a tramp from his own home.
Enter Herbert, L. He advances and then stands with down-cast look.