[Who has laid the papers upon the table.] Yes, my lady.

[The Servant retires.

Lady Owbridge.

So late? we must go in and dress.

Duchess.

[Who has been occupied in observing Quex.] I'll follow you, dear Lady Owbridge.

[Lady Owbridge moves away and is joined by Mrs. Eden.

Mrs. Eden.

[As she ascends the steps with Lady Owbridge.] Sophy, I shall be ready for you in a quarter of an hour.

Sophy.