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Act I]
19
Archie
[Rising, out of breath.] Eh! I ran all the avenue.
Robert
[Smiles and holds out his hand.] Good evening, Archie. Why did you run?
Archie
[Shakes hands.] Good evening. We saw you on the top of the tram, and I shouted Mr Hand! But you did not see me. But we saw you, mamma and I. She will be here in a minute. I ran.
Beatrice
[Holding out her hand.] And poor me!
Archie
[Shakes hands somewhat shyly.] Good evening. Miss Justice.
Beatrice
Were you disappointed that I did not come last Friday for the lesson?
Archie
[Glancing at her, smiles.] No.
Beatrice
Glad?
Archie
[Suddenly.] But today it is too late.
Beatrice
A very short lesson?
Archie
[Pleased.] Yes.
Beatrice
But now you must study, Archie.
