Inspiration East
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Essay title: Inspiration East
Revised Scene 2 The Sowerberry Funeral Home
Mr. Sowerberry: Mrs. Sowerberry, would you please have the goodness to come here?
Mrs. Sowerberry: Yes, what is it? Dear, dear, what have we got here? All skin and bones, I dare say! (examines Oliver, turning him around)
Mr. Sowerberry: Mrs. Sowerberry, I do believe that once the boy is fed and gets his rest, he'll look much better in a few days. The thing is, Mr. Bumble and I have struck an agreement to buy this workhouse to help with the shop and the children's funerals. Give him some time, and he'll fit in perfectly.
Mrs. Sowerberry: Oh, he'll fit in perfectly, on our vitals and on our drink! These workhouse brats are always more trouble than they're worth!
Mr. Sowerberry: Nonetheless, Oliver, Mrs. Sowerberry and I are very glad to have you join our family. Hopefully, by now, Noah has explained to you in detail what your job will be. Are there any questions?
Oliver: No, Sir.
Mrs. Sowerberry: Charlotte, get this workhouse boy something to drink and leftover scraps left out for the dog, before he keels right over.
Charlotte: