[Unwillingly.] Well, I'll tell you what I'll do—they shall marry if he doesn't gamble for a year.

Lady Frederick.

Oh, you duck. [She impulsively throws her arms round his neck and kisses him. He is a good deal taken aback.] I beg your pardon, I couldn't help it.

Admiral.

I don't altogether object, you know.

Lady Frederick.

Upon my word, in some ways you're rather fascinating.

Admiral.

D'you think so, really?

Lady Frederick.