I was rather hoping you’d wear it to-night.

Grace.

It wouldn’t have gone with my frock.

Claude.

You might have put it on all the same.

Grace.

You see, your example hasn’t been lost on me. I’ve learnt to put propriety before sentiment.

Claude.

[Rather shyly.] I should have thought, if you cared for me, you wouldn’t have minded.

Grace.