JOHN (rising and crossing to PAMELA). Hang it all, Pam, don’t you believe what I’ve told you.
PAMELA (turning sharply to JOHN.) Not—one—word!
JOHN. Why not?
PAMELA. This morning I sent a reply-paid wire to your friends at Kew.
JOHN. Harry Crombeley?
PAMELA. Yes—asking if you stopped there last night. This is his reply. (Hands wire.) Read it. Read it out please.
JOHN (takes wire gingerly. Reads). “Yes, John stayed here last night.” (Aside.) Silly owl!
PAMELA. Well?
JOHN. Dear old Harry! I expect he thought you would be worrying about me. He’s very thoughtful is Harry. (Gives wire back.)
PAMELA. Wait! I also sent a wire to your friend Blakiston at Kensington asking the same question. His reply—(handing second wire to JOHN.)