[Smiling.] I'm all attention.

[He hesitates for a moment, then braces himself to the ordeal.

Boulger.

I've told you often, Lucy, that I've been in love with you for as many years as I can remember.

Lucy.

Surely you've not snatched me from the unwilling arm of my partner in order to make me a proposal of marriage?

Boulger.

I'm perfectly serious, Lucy.

Lucy.

[Smiling.] I assure you it doesn't suit you at all.