Kate.

Dr. Macfarlane.

[Exit.

Mrs. Wharton.

Oh! I’d forgotten for the moment. [With a smile of welcome.] We’ve been expecting you.

Dr. Macfarlane.

[Shaking hands with the two ladies.] I’ve been busy this morning. [To John.] And how are you, John?

John.

Sitting up and taking nourishment, thank you.

Dr. Macfarlane.