y not the munitions factory. His mother points out, however, that even if Stephen is not interested in his father's property, he must think about his sisters, who need some kind of income after their marriage. Lady Britomart calls for her two daughters and their fiancs in order to inform them about their father's arrival. Sarah and Barbara come on stage with their fiancs, Charles and Adolphous respectively. Sarah is described as a slender, bored, and mundane woman, who is always fashionably dressed; she seems to have little purpose in life. Barbara is a much healthier, happier, and more energetic woman, who worries little about her appearance; she is dressed in a Salvation Army uniform. Charles Lomax, Sarah's fianc, is a frivolous young man who has the irritating habit of plunging into uncontrollable laughter at the most inopportune moments. Adolphous Cusins, who is engaged to Barbara, is a more serious and intellectual man with a sweet voice; according to Shaw, Cusins' sense of humor is intellectual and subtle, mixed with an 'appalling temper.' The news of Mr. Undershaft's upcoming visit evokes various responses. Barbara looks forward to the arrival of her father, for she sees him as another soul that can be saved. Sarah, on the other hand, is extremely scared to meet with her father. Charles Lomax is so shocked that he can barely speak; he makes inane remarks like "oh I say," which totally annoy Lady Britomart. Cusins is much more intellectual and in control. He tells Lady Britomart that she has his 'unhesitating support' in whatever she wishes to do. He further asserts that all of them should act appropriately for their behavior will be a reflection of the way that lady Britomart has brought them up. Mr. Andrew Undershaft soon enters. He is an older gentleman with a patient, listening face that exudes great inner strength. He, however, is confused by the number of young people before him. In his initial awkwardness, he mistakes Cusin...
