George

Oh, right! (Shakes her hand) Right! Hey, hey.. I love the floors in here. It's like a gymnasium in here! Try and guard me! (Dribbles an imaginary ball

Ricardi

No, no.. (Laughs nervously) Uh, George, unfortunately, Clarance Eldridge in 8C has decided that he wants the apartment.

George

(Let down) Yeah, but you - you promised it to me.

Ricardi

Yes, but, you see - Mister Eldridge is an Andrea Doria survivor. And, in light of the terrible suffering that he's already been through, we've decided to give it to him.

George

(Depressed) Well,.. the Andrea Doria.. that was quite a fire. (Moves to the door, leaving)