[Exit Salesman.]
Bess (going toward piano). I wonder if we shall have a piano at home?
Stranger (absently). Oh yes!
Madge (surprised). Why, how can you know?
Stranger (recovering herself). On general principles, my dear. Every house must need a piano.
Bess. Of course you play or sing?
Stranger. My repertoire is limited, and not classical. Association with young people has led me to devote more time than I ought to dance-music and light opera.
Madge. Do play us a two-step now, just for fun.
[Stranger seats herself at piano and plays with spirit. The girls hesitate a moment, then push aside rugs and begin to dance.]
Bess (stopping breathless). How sweet of you! Such a fascinating two-step, and played as if you like to take a turn yourself.