Arthur.
Why not?
[He is surprised. For an instant she is taken aback. He looks at her hands and she withdraws them as though he could see on them the kisses which Ronny, a few minutes before, had pressed on them.]
Violet.
[With the faintest laugh of embarrassment.] If you want to kiss me I prefer you to kiss my cheeks.
Arthur.
That is evidently what they're made for.
[He does not attempt to kiss them. She gives him a quick glance and looks away.]
Violet.
Arthur, I'm afraid Christina will be awfully disappointed at Henry's not getting that job.