Oh, Claude, you can’t do it. You’ll break the man’s heart. Haven’t you any pity? Haven’t you any forgiveness?
Claude.
It’s no good, Grace. I must stick to what I’ve said.
Grace.
It’s not often I’ve begged you to do anything for me.
Claude.
Well, hang it all, this is the first time I’ve ever refused.
Grace.
[Bitterly.] I suppose because I’ve never asked you for anything before that wasn’t absolutely trifling.
Mrs. Insoley.