Topp. Very well. What is it?
Mrs. D. A lady who haf peesness important. (Dub. retreats R.)
Topp. (Adjusting articles on secretary, without looking at her.) Some charity, I suppose. Madam I have already given all I can afford for the present.
Mrs. T-K. (Smiling.) Pardon me, you told me to call again or write.
Topp. (Looks up, recognizes her, comes down C.) Oh, so I did! (With decision.) But I said write. I have no time for interviews.
Mrs. T-K. Writing is impossible. Twiggsie and Dixie are so charming. I’m sure if you only saw them!
Topp. (Aside.) Dogs again! (Curtly.) Madam I don’t want them.
Mrs. T-K. But you haven’t seen them.
Topp. I tell you I won’t look at them.