The 'Mind the Paint' Girl. Arthur Wing Pinero

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      To Von Rettenmayer, mimicking him. Rober! Neegolas! Why don’t they provide you with throat lozenges at the Embassy, Baron?

      Von Rettenmayer laughs. Lily has quickly opened a drawer in the writing-table and produced a cheque-book. After another glance over her shoulder, she sweeps the presents aside and writes. Then she replaces the cheque-book, rises, and returns to Bland. Again there is a loud guffaw from Von Rettenmayer in response to some sally of Jimmie’s.

      Lily.

      To Bland, folding a cheque and slipping it into his hand. Promise—promise you won’t make another bet.

      Bland.

      Unfolding the cheque. Your cheque?