THE SCARLET PARASOL.
Scene II.—Drawing-room. Windows opening on to Terrace.
Ladies alone.
Muriel (to Viola). Claude Mignon has been saying that I am the only woman he has ever loved!
Viola. Exactly what he says to me!
Muriel. Is it a boast—or a confession?
Viola (quietly). It is a lie, that's all. But what did Alan Roy say? He didn't speak to me.
Muriel. He says you have a far-away look in your eyes.
Viola (eagerly). Yes? I did my best!
Muriel (simply). So I told him you wanted to have a secret in your life—a romance. He seemed very much interested.
Viola. Oh, Muriel! How could you? How silly of you! I am very angry indeed.