The Open Door is an interesting shot play by Alfred Sutro. A conversation between two loving hearts. Sutro examines the relief of confessed love, shock of reciprocal emotions and sadness that can accompany a desire that is unattainable. The conversation between Lady Torminster and Sir Geoffrey was clear at the end , even though he teased her about her gown. He offered her cigarette to gain her audience.
This was a potentially dangerous and risky encounter between these two people. Looking at the time this was written, the encounter at that time of the night [ 0200am] will be scandalous for a married woman. Still not clear why he considered them souls of their spouses.
Lady Torminster did not appear to be surprised by his love declaration, but thank goodness she did not fall for it . I was actually expecting a reciprocal demonstration of affection. This signifies the degree of mutual respect that existed between these two and between Sir Geoffrey and Jack as he clearly declared that Jack is the best and only friend he has in the world.
I commend Sir Geoffrey. for not taking advantage of a vulnerable situation [talking to a lady, dressed in her peignoir at 0200]. His decision to travel to China to me presents like an attempt to make her feel jealous. I am really curious about the interactions that exist between two after this revealing conversation.
