Hear his explanation. Why the devil don’t you corroborate me, sir?

Vale.

[From behind the curtain.] Certainly, I assure you I heard next to nothing.

Charlotte.

[Grasping Agatha Posket’s arm.] Oh, Agatha!

Vale.

I didn’t come in till I was exceedingly wet.

Lukyn.

[To Agatha Posket.] You hear that?