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.