(Aloud.)
In a few minutes she ought to be sensible; but I daren't tell you to look for
anything. It's only--
Capt. G. What? Go on, man.
DOCTOR. (In a whisper.) Forcing the last rally.
Capt. G. Then leave us alone.
DOCTOR. Don't mind what she says at first, if you can. They--they--they turn
against those they love most sometimes in this.--It's hard, but--
Capt. G. Am I her husband or are you? Leave us alone for what time we have
together.
VOICE. (Confidentially.) And we were engaged quite suddenly, Emma. I assure you
that I never thought of it for a moment; but, oh, my little Me!--I don't know
what I should have done if he hadn't proposed.
Capt. G. She thinks of that Deercourt girl before she thinks of me. (Aloud.)
Minnie!
VOICE. Not from the shops, Mummy dear. You can get the real leaves from Kaintu,
and (laughing weakly) never mind about the blossoms--Dead white silk is only
fit for widows, and I won't wear it. It's as bad as a winding sheet. (A long
pause.)
Capt. G. I never asked a favor yet. If there is anybody to listen to me, let
her know me--even if I die too!
VOICE. (Very faintly.) Pip, Pip dear.
Capt. G. I'm here, darling.
VOICE. What has happened? They've been bothering me so with medicines and
things, and they wouldn't let you come and see me.
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