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[Rising, out of breath.] Eh! I ran all the avenue.

[Smiles and holds out his hand.] Good evening, Archie. Why did you run?

[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.

[Holding out her hand.] And poor me!

[Shakes hands somewhat shyly.] Good evening. Miss Justice.

Were you disappointed that I did not come last Friday for the lesson?

[Glancing at her, smiles.] No.

Glad?

[Suddenly.] But today it is too late.

A very short lesson?

[Pleased.] Yes.

But now you must study, Archie.