[He looks at Jenny, expecting her to say something
in forgiveness or in apology. But
she, shrugging her shoulders, looks down
sullenly at her work, without a word, and
begins again to sew. Then
Basil, tightening
his lips, picks up writing materials and
goes towards the door
.

Jenny.

[Looking up quickly.] Where are you going?

Basil.

[Stopping.] I have some letters to write.

Jenny.

Can't you write them here?

Basil.

Certainly—if it pleases you.

Jenny.