Penelope.

On the other hand, you can charge double, can’t you?

Dickie.

Yes, of course, it has that advantage.

Penelope.

I’ve been hankering after an ermine stole for a long time. I shall buy it now.

Dickie.

[His face falling.] Oh, but I haven’t been paid yet.

Penelope.

They’ll be only too glad to wait. And it’s such a bargain.