Duchess.
Why do you speak so positively?
Quex.
She is in Miss Eden's confidence—the trull. And she has always shown her teeth at me, now I remember. [Drawing a deep breath.] Oh, yes, I see—Miss Fullgarney has meant mischief throughout.
Duchess.
[Sinking upon the settee.] Oh!
Quex.
[Quietly.] Well—I'm done.
Duchess.
Oh, my reputation!