Ruth can be the defendant until I question her.

Then you'll have to play the part." "Over a year ago, at Morton House," stated Arline obediently.
"What was your opinion of the defendant ?" "I liked her better than any other girl I had ever met," confessed Arline.
"Defendant number two, what did you think of Arline Thayer ?" quizzed Grace, eyeing Ruth expectantly.
"I liked her as much as she liked me," replied Ruth promptly.
"When did your first disagreement occur ?" probed Grace, turning from Ruth to Arline.
"Here, at this very table," returned Arline in a low tone.
"Whose fault was it ?" inquired Grace wickedly.
"Mine!" exclaimed Ruth and Arline simultaneously.
"Thank you," returned Grace soberly.

"Such spontaneity on the part of the defendants is very refreshing.

It also simplifies the case and saves the court considerable trouble.

There is hope that the court will be dismissed in time for dinner.