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Guenevere Robinson is married to Arthur, who is away from home. However, she is also in love with Lancelot, a reckless and married painter who is pursuing her. She has recently learned that Lancelot is himself being pursued by her friend, Vivien, who wishes to marry him. Lancelot arrives, full of passion and frustration, but he is met by a calm and composed Guenevere, who is determined to practice self-control. As they circle each other, trying not to give in to their feelings, Guenevere
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GUENEVERE. Lancelot!
LANCELOT. Guenevere! (They go up to each other, and he takes both her hands. They stand that way for a moment. Then he says lightly) —Darning King Arthur's socks, I see!
GUENEVERE. (releasing herself, and going back to her chair) Yes. Sit down.
LANCELOT. Where's his royal highness?
GUENEVERE. New York. Why don't you ever come to see us?
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