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222 If ever a man was bound for success Sam is. In fact, I’m so confident he is that as soon as he thinks the time is ripe to start his own firm I’m going to furnish the capital and become his silent partner.

[Puzzled and irritated—thinking confusedly]

What’s he driving at? why doesn’t he get the hell out and leave us alone? but I’m glad Sam is on his feet makes it easier to tell him the truth.

[Thinking—worriedly]

What’s Charlie talking about? it’s time I talked to Ned Oh, Ned, I do love you! you can be my lover! we won’t hurt Sam! he’ll never know!

Yes, ever since the baby was born Sam’s been another man—in fact, ever since he knew there was going to be a baby, isn’t it, Nina?

[Agreeing as if she had only half-heard him]

Yes.

[Thinking]

Ned’s baby! I must talk to him about our baby.

Sam is the proudest parent I’ve ever seen!