Richard
I tapped it, and it fell down.
Myra
Typical of this house. Are you having eggs and bacon, or haddock?
At side table.
Richard
Haddock.
Myra
I’ll have haddock too. I simply couldn’t strike out a line for myself this morning. Have you seen anybody?
She helps herself to haddock and coffee, and sits down opposite Richard .
Richard
No.
Myra
Good. We might have a little peace.
Richard
Have you ever stayed here before?
Myra
No, and I never will again.
Richard
I feel far from well this morning.
Myra
I’m so sorry, but not entirely surprised.
Richard
You see, I had the boiler room.