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 —I mean to do just what I said.

—And suppose I prevent you?

—How?

—Suppose I tell Mr. Juhasz exactly what you said.

—First you worm everything out of me and then But he wouldn't believe you Besides you won't tell  you are too fond of him yourself.

—That's exactly why. He is bound to find out sooner or later.

—No. A man like him never sees such things. [Confidently.] You won't tell. You won't open your mouth. [ enters through the archway, carrying his hat and cane.]

—And now, dear Miss Paula, there is one painful duty left for me to do. I promised your mother that I would look after you as a father and now I must send you back to your mother I forgive me for the ceremony  I discharge you, Miss Paula But to-morrow I will use what influence I may have with the new boss

—[Firmly.] That won't be necessary, Mr. Juhasz.

—Don't you want to keep your job?

—No.

—Why not?