Reading Comprehension #14018

THE WOMAN. (who is quite proper-looking. Willy‘s age). I did. I’ve been sitting at that desk watching all the salesman go by, day in, day out. But you’ve got such a sense of humor, and we do have such a good time together, don’t we?
WILLY. Sure, sure. (He takes her in his arms.) Why do you have to go now?
THE WOMAN. It’s two o’clock...
WILLY. No, come on in! (He pulls her.)
THE WOMAN. ...my sister’ll be scandalized. When’ll you be back?
WILLY. Oh, two weeks about. Will you come up again?
THE WOMAN. Sure thing. You do make me laugh. It’s good for me. (She squeezes his arm, kisses him.) And I think you’re a wonderful man.
WILLY. You picked me, heh?
THE WOMAN. Sure. Because you’re so sweet. And such a kidder.
WILLY. Well, I’ll see you next time I’m in Boston.
THE WOMAN. I’ll put you right through to the buyers.
WILLY. (slapping her bottom). Right. Well, bottoms up!
THE WOMAN. (slaps him gently and laughs). You just kill me, Willy. (He suddenly grabs her and kisses her toughly.) You kill me. And thanks for the stockings. I love a lot of stockings. Well, good night.

Adult Basic Education