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!