What Every Woman Knows by J. M. (James Matthew) Barrie
page 49 of 143 (34%)
page 49 of 143 (34%)
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COMTESSE. There is a strong man for you, Sybil; but I believe you ARE asleep. SYBIL [stirring herself]. Honestly, I'm not. [Sweetly to the others] But would you mind finding out whether my brother is drawing to a close? [DAVID goes out, leaving poor ALICK marooned. The COMTESSE is kind to him.] COMTESSE. Thank you very much. [Which helps ALICK out.] Don't you love a strong man, sleepy head? SYBIL [preening herself]. I never met one. COMTESSE. Neither have I. But if you DID meet one, would he wakes you up? SYBIL. I dare say he would find there were two of us. COMTESSE [considering her]. Yes, I think he would. Ever been in love, you cold thing? SYBIL [yawning]. I have never shot up in flame, Auntie. COMTESSE. Think you could manage it? SYBIL. If Mr. Right came along. |
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