Darrell
[Smiling]
I hope so.
Nina
[Sighing]
I wish that could be said of more of us—
[Then quickly]
—meaning myself.
Darrell
[Thinking with a certain satisfaction]
Meaning Sam . . . that doesn’t look hopeful for future wedded bliss! . . .
[Teasingly]
But I heard you were “taking an opportunity” to go in for literature—collaborating with Marsden.
Nina
No, Charlie is only going to advise. He’d never deign to appear as co-author. And besides, he never appreciated the real Gordon. No one did except me.
Darrell
[Thinking caustically]
Gordon myth strong as ever . . . root of her trouble still . . .
[Keenly inquisitive]
Sam certainly appreciated him, didn’t he?
Nina
[Not remembering to hide her contempt]
Sam? Why, he’s the exact opposite in every way!
