Lady Frederick.
Now, tell me you think I'm the most ravishing creature you ever saw in your life.
Mereston.
I've told you that so often.
Lady Frederick.
[Stretching out her hands.] You are a nice boy. It was charming of you to say—what you did yesterday. I could have hugged you there and then.
Mereston.
Could you?
Lady Frederick.
Oh, my dear, don't be so cold.