POM. My dear Arcadian, I am here to receive her answer. (Vane crosses to L. H.) You had better wait for it before making your avowal.
VANE. That avowal is made already; but I will wait, if but to see what a lesson the calumniated actress can read to the fine gentleman.
[Exit L. H.
POM. The lesson will be set by me—Woffington will learn it immediately. It is so simple, only three words, £. s. d.
[Exit L. H.
TRIPLET (speaking outside). Mr. Rich not in the theatre? Well, my engagements will allow of my waiting for a few minutes. (Enter Triplet and Call-Boy L. Triplet has a picture wrapped in baize and without a frame.) And if you will just let me know when Mr. Rich arrives (winks—touches his pocket). Heaven forgive me for raising groundless expectations!
CALL-BOY. What name, sir?
TRIP. Mr. Triplet.
CALL-BOY. Triplet! There is something left for you in the hall, sir.