And if it loses you her love?
Alec.
I think she can do without love better than without self-respect.
[Lucy comes in with Mrs. Crowley.
Lucy.
I've sent my partner away. I felt I must have a few words alone with you.
Dick.
Shall I take Mrs. Crowley into a retired corner?
Lucy.
No, we have nothing to say that you can't hear. You and Nellie know that we're engaged to be married. [To Alec.] I want you to dance with me.