Ginger Kemp

Sally Nicholas

Ginger is Sally's primary love interest, and their frequent interactions reflect a deep, affectionate bond despite various misunderstandings.

Bruce Carmyle

Bruce and Ginger are romantic rivals for Sally's affection, with Bruce viewing Ginger as an unworthy competitor.

Fillmore Nicholas

Fillmore and Ginger share a friendly rapport, often teaming up in schemes or social outings.

Bugs Butler

Bugs and Ginger are close friends, often collaborating in humorous escapades and supporting each other.

Lew Lucas

Ginger and Lew are friends and occasional partners in adventure, sharing a lighthearted camaraderie.

Scrymgeour

Ginger and Scrymgeour are acquaintances who share social interactions, possibly in a club or mutual circle.

Sally Nicholas

Ginger is Sally's primary love interest, and their frequent interactions reflect a deep, affectionate bond despite various misunderstandings.

Sally Nicholas

Ginger is Sally's primary love interest, and their frequent interactions reflect a deep, affectionate bond despite various misunderstandings.

Fillmore Nicholas

Fillmore and Ginger share a friendly rapport, often teaming up in schemes or social outings.

Bruce Carmyle

Bruce and Ginger are romantic rivals for Sally's affection, with Bruce viewing Ginger as an unworthy competitor.

Bruce Carmyle

Bruce and Ginger are romantic rivals for Sally's affection, with Bruce viewing Ginger as an unworthy competitor.

Scrymgeour

Ginger and Scrymgeour are acquaintances who share social interactions, possibly in a club or mutual circle.

II: Enter Ginger

Ginger is introduced on the beach. He is a friendly, red-haired young man who has made a hash of several jobs and is now working as a secretary for Mr. Scrymgeour.

I

Red-haired young man who is immediately captivated by Sally's appearance.

II

The red-haired young man who openly admires Sally. He has been fired by Scrymgeour and is staying at the Hotel Normandie.

III

The red-haired young man who stops the dog fight, then flees in embarrassment after speaking to Sally.

IV

The red-haired young man who arrives at the hotel and gets trapped in the lift with Sally. He struggles with French but tries to help.

V

Reveals his real name is Lancelot, which he dislikes, and he is embarrassed about his earlier behavior toward Sally.

VI

Reveals his background, including his athletic achievements, financial ruin, and dismissal from Scrymgeour's office.

III: The Dignified Mr. Carmyle

Ginger wins at roulette, confesses his love to Sally, and is advised by her to become independent. He is also the subject of Bruce Carmyle's criticism.

I

Winning big at roulette; excited to see Sally; upset by her departure; proposes to her.

II

Proposes to Sally, is rejected, and receives her advice on enterprise and independence.

III

Ginger is discussed at length, with Sally defending his actions and character against Bruce's disapproval.

IV: Ginger in Dangerous Mood

In a dangerous mood due to hopeless love for Sally; reluctantly gives Sally's address and is further provoked by the family dinner summons and Sally's telegram.

VIII: Reappearance of Mr. Carmyle—and Ginger

Has followed Sally's advice and rebelled against his family; hides under Sally's bed in her boardinghouse room.

II

Reported to have disappeared after insulting his uncle Donald; Sally feels she created this new rebellious Ginger.

III

Appears unexpectedly, hiding under Sally's bed in her boardinghouse room.

IX: Ginger Becomes a Right-Hand Man

Hiding from Mrs. Meecher, he explains his falling out with his uncle and his current financial straits; he is grateful for Sally's help.

X: Sally in the Shadows

Ginger helps Sally furnish her apartment and listens to her troubles, offering comfort and blunt observations about Carmyle.

I

Grateful to Sally for his job; helps her move furniture and discusses his vague duties at Fillmore's enterprise.

II

Absent from the office, later visits Sally's apartment and discusses Carmyle's possible motives.

III

Delivers the news of Gerald's marriage to Sally. He feels remorse for his bluntness but is also elated by the new closeness he feels with her.

XI: Sally Runs Away

Stays away from Sally out of delicacy, plans a drive, encounters Carmyle, and reads Sally's letter with deep emotion.

XII: Some Letters for Ginger

The recipient of Sally's letters; she references his past advice and their ongoing connection.

XIII: Strange Behaviour of a Sparring-Partner

No longer works at the office; is now sparring partner for Bugs Butler, enduring blows but landing a surprising punch.

I

Sally is surprised to learn he is no longer at the office, having apparently lost his job.

III

Prepares for the boxing match, appearing embarrassed and self-conscious.

IV

Displays unexpected aggression and courage in the boxing ring, fighting back against Bugs Butler despite being outmatched.

I

Confesses to stealing Sally's photograph, which led to his firing, and shares his ambition to run a dog kennel.

II

Calls Sally with news about a party, but she is too upset to engage.

At the Flower Garden

Discovers Sally's sacrifice and confesses his love for her, but learns she is engaged to Carmyle.

III

He appears at the Flower Garden, bringing a puppy to reconcile Reginald Cracknell and Mabel Hobson. He watches Sally and later approaches her table after Bruce leaves.

IV

Reunites with Sally, learns of her sacrifice, and proposes to her, declaring his love.

V

Ginger is distraught over Sally's engagement, trying to convince her to break it off.

III

Receives a phone call from Sally and is ecstatic, quickly waking up and preparing to see her.

XVIII: Journey's End

Ginger is blissfully happy in marriage, still amazed by his good fortune, and shows his practical side by forgetting the chops.