[Opening the window and going out.

Lukyn.

[Drawing the curtain over the recess.] Just room for him to stand like a man in a sentry-box. Come in, Blond.

Blond shows in Agatha and Charlotte, both wearing veils.

Agatha Posket.

[Agitated.] Oh, Colonel Lukyn!

Lukyn.

Pray compose yourself, pray compose yourself!

Agatha Posket.

What will you think?