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''Evening. Bright moonlight. Coloured lanterns are hung about the trees. In the background are covered tables with bottles, glasses, biscuits, etc. From the house, which is lighted up from top to bottom, subdued music and singing are heard during the following scene. stands on the verandah.  comes from the right with some books and a portfolio under his arm. The follows with a portmanteau and a knapsack.''

That's all, then?

Yes, sir, all is in the pack, But just a satchel, and the paletot.

Good; when I go, I'll take them on my back. Now off. See, this is the portfolio.

It's locked, I see.

Locked, Peter.