Sorel
The punt.
Judith
I absolutely forbid you to go near the punt.
Simon
It’s sure to rain, anyhow.
Judith
What your father will say I tremble to think. He needs complete quiet to finish off The Sinful WomanThe Sinful Woman.
Sorel
I see no reason for there to be any noise, unless Sandy What’s-his-name is given to shouting.
Judith
If you’re rude to Sandy I shall be extremely angry.
Sorel
Now, look here, Mother—
Simon
Why you should expect—
Judith
He’s coming all the way down specially to be nice to me—
David
Why are you all making such a noise?
Judith
I think I’m going mad.
David
Why hasn’t Clara brought me my tea?