Mr. Valdingam: May I introduce—
(At this instant, Dr. Van Hyde obtains a full view of Rose, who regards him demurely. He stumbles back in amazement.)
Dr. Van Hyde: This—this—is your daughter?
Mr. Valdingam: You appear surprised? (Aside.) I knew it. I knew it.
Dr. Van Hyde: Not surprised—but—
Mr. Valdingam: I understand thoroughly. (Aside to the doctor.) Didn’t I tell you so? (To Rose.) Rose, this is my friend, Dr. Van Hyde. For certain reasons, my child, he is anxious to have a little chat with you.
Rose (innocently): With me, papa?
Mr. Valdingam: That is to say.... Well, no matter, I will explain later. (Turning to Susan.) Susan! (Susan advances toward center very stiffly.) Dr. Van Hyde, this is my sister, Miss Valdingam.
(Dr. Van Hyde bows to Susan in an embarrassed manner.)
Susan: Glad to know you, sir.