Rand. [Taking a cross-handled umbrella from beside fireplace.] Lucky you haven't.
Burl. Oh, while I think of it, here is that X I owe you [pulling bill out of pocket].
Rand. Good man! Marvellous memory! Remembered the wrong end of a debt. I am glad you did, for I am devilish hard up just at present. [Taking cigar from mantel-piece.]
Burl. So is everybody at this time of year. This is a great sacrifice on my part.
Rand. Don't give it to me now. Keep it until to-morrow, won't you? [Lights cigar.]
Burl. Better take it while you can get it. I shall have spent it next time we meet. Why don't you want it now?
Rand. Well, I will take it, just to relieve you. I haven't anything on but this ulster, which is not a good thing to put money in. You see, I am going round to a dress rehearsal at the Pudding.
Burl. Oh, that is why you are all bundled up on this clear night. Let us see your dress.
Rand. No, you will see it soon enough at the show to-morrow night. Where is Steve?
Burl. Gone in town to trip in the mazy.